What are the latest news in Mozambique? September 1st, 2026
Economy & Governance
- Central Bank Leadership: President Daniel Chapo has appointed a new governor and deputy governor for the Bank of Mozambique.
- Foreign Currency & Exports: At the opening of the 61st Maputo International Fair (FACIM) in Marracuene, President Chapo emphasized that boosting domestic production and agricultural exports is critical to resolving the ongoing foreign currency shortages (notably US dollars) and stabilizing the national balance of payments. allAfrica.com
- Energy & Major Investments: Following the earlier resumption of major liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations in northern Mozambique, the government is looking forward to ExxonMobil’s expected final investment decision on its roughly $30 billion project. THE MOZAMBIQUE TIMES (MOZTIMES)
- Cabo Delgado Insurgency: Joint Mozambican and Rwandan defense operations continue in Cabo Delgado and northern Nampula against Islamic State–linked insurgents. While key industrial hubs remain protected, smaller mobile cells continue to cause localized disruptions and displacement in surrounding rural districts. Bti-project.org
- Development Support: The World Bank disbursed a $250 million financing package targeting post-conflict stabilization, infrastructure recovery, and community development across northern provinces. THE MOZAMBIQUE TIMES (MOZTIMES)
- Food Security and Agricultural Recovery: Following heavy flooding and dry spells across southern and central provinces earlier in the year, recent field assessments show that second-season and post-flood harvests have begun alleviating market pressures in the south. However, localized food assistance remains active in northern displacement zones where farming access is still constrained. ReliefWeb