AGP Executive Report

Security in Niassa: Mozambique’s Defense and Security Forces were urged to intensify operations after Islamist militants attacked Mozambique Wild Adventures camps in the Niassa Special Reserve, burning facilities, stealing 15 vehicles and forcing about 15 workers to flee. Business & jobs push: President Daniel Chapo inaugurated a business center in Mocuba (Zambezia) with a one-stop service desk to speed company registration and link investment to employment under the “Jobs Now” project. Agriculture insurance: EMOSE compensated around 9,000 agricultural producers with 25 million meticais for 2024-2025 losses tied to extreme weather, as it promotes weather- and yield-index insurance. Human rights & child protection: UNICEF reports about 20 million children aged 12-17 across 21 countries have faced technology-facilitated sexual exploitation and abuse, with Mozambique included in the study. Regional migration tensions: Commentary highlights South Africa’s xenophobic violence and its impact on Mozambicans, calling for strict separation between immigration enforcement and mob attacks.

Education & Youth Exchange: CNPC’s 2026 “Moz-Dream” Scholarship ceremony in Maputo awarded Chinese-language scholarships to 36 high-performing Mozambican students at the Confucius Institute of Eduardo Mondlane University, with organisers stressing the programme’s role in building skills and widening opportunities for young people. Human Rights Diplomacy: The UN Human Rights Council opens its 63rd session in Geneva on Sept. 7, with five weeks of debates and dialogues covering crises from Afghanistan to Palestine, plus discussions on the impact of unilateral coercive measures. US Immigration Update: The US State Department released DV-2026 Diversity Visa registration figures, showing about 129,516 prospective applicants registered worldwide, including many African countries, with selectees needing to complete processes by Sept. 30, 2026. Regional Logistics: Eswatini’s trade fair in Manzini featured a joint regional rail showcase bringing together Eswatini Railways with Mozambique’s CFM and South Africa’s Transnet Freight Rail and Transnet Engineering to promote integrated cross-border logistics. Mozambique in the Spotlight: A Miss World 2026 frontrunner list named Mozambique’s delegate among candidates to watch, as pageant observers highlight early-stage momentum.

Mozambique Security: Suspected insurgents attacked a wildlife safari camp in northern Mozambique near the Niassa Special Reserve, prompting the evacuation of at least three Americans; reports say the lodge was burned and staff fled, while authorities tightened access and assessed casualties. Regional Trade & Logistics: Eswatini Railways staged a joint exhibition at the Eswatini International Trade Fair with Mozambique’s CFM and South Africa’s Transnet Freight Rail and Transnet Engineering, pushing integrated cross-border logistics. Water Diplomacy: Mozambique joined the launch of the Global Ambassadors’ Forum for Water and Economic Diplomacy at World Water Week, aiming to mobilize investment and cooperation in the water sector. Health & Agriculture Spillover: Mozambique is among countries flagged in the Philippines’ temporary ban on FMD-susceptible animals and meat products from 23 nations, reflecting how animal disease risks ripple across borders. Sports & Culture: Mozambique’s FM Donaldo Paiva won the Malawi Open Chess Championship, delivering a historic double with WCM Chineva Rufino Sandramo taking the ladies title.

Mozambique Security: Suspected insurgents attacked a wildlife safari hunting camp in northern Mozambique linked to football coach Carlos Queiroz, burning the site and triggering the evacuation of at least three Americans; reports of casualties and possible civilian abductions remain unverified as authorities secure the area. Water & Investment: Eswatini’s King Mswati III urged accelerated investment and regional cooperation to deliver clean water for all by 2030, citing progress toward SDG 6. Regional Diplomacy: Mozambique featured among countries backing the launch of the Global Ambassadors’ Forum for Water and Economic Diplomacy at World Water Week, aimed at mobilising water investment and trade cooperation. Health & Trade Risk: The Philippines ordered a temporary ban on importing FMD-susceptible animals and products from multiple countries including Mozambique, after lab-confirmed outbreaks. Energy & Industry: Cahora Bassa’s South Bank hydropower project in Mozambique secured HSS Silver certification, highlighting sustainability upgrades and climate resilience work. Sports: CAF AFCON 2027 qualifiers schedule includes Mozambique-Sudan on Sept. 29 as the race to the finals begins.

Insurgent Violence in Niassa: At least three Americans were evacuated after suspected insurgents attacked and burned a wildlife safari camp near the Niassa Special Reserve, co-owned by football coach Carlos Queiroz; reports of fatalities remain unverified and staff fled as Mozambique’s military responded. Cabo Delgado Security Focus: The incident adds to ongoing fears around attacks on remote lodges in northern Mozambique, where the U.S. has warned citizens against travel to Niassa Special Reserve. Livestock Health Policy Spillover: Mozambique is listed among countries facing foot-and-mouth disease-related restrictions, with the Philippines banning imports of FMD-susceptible animals and meat products from 23 countries. Energy & Sustainability: Cahora Bassa South Bank in Mozambique secured Hydropower Sustainability Standard (HSS) Silver certification, following years of work on climate resilience, water quality and biodiversity management. Business & Trade: Mozambique’s FACIM 2026 continues to spotlight regional commerce, including a “Made in Tanzania” pavilion visit by former President Filipe Nyusi. Sports Calendar: Mozambique is among nations drawn for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with fixtures scheduled to begin in late September.

Security in Niassa: Suspected insurgents attacked and burned a hunting camp near Mozambique’s Niassa Special Reserve, evacuating at least three Americans; reports of fatalities and missing Mozambican staff remain unverified as the military responds and the area stays off-limits. Cabo Delgado-linked threat: The incident echoes earlier raids in the region tied to an Islamic State-linked insurgency that has displaced hundreds of thousands since 2017. Football & regional sport: Cosafa moved the CAF U-20 qualifier host from Mauritius to Mozambique at short notice, while CAF Champions League preliminaries kick off this weekend with Mozambique-Sudan among the scheduled qualifiers. Children’s rights: President Daniel Chapo urged an end to terrorism in Cabo Delgado to protect children’s schooling and safety, calling for stronger action against early pregnancies. Trade & investment: At FACIM 2026, Filipe Nyusi visited Tanzania’s pavilion and praised streamlined customs to boost cross-border business. Business & finance: Chapo also called on Mozambique’s insurance sector to do more than insure—help finance national growth.

Central Bank Shake-up: Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo swore in Felisberto Navalha as Bank of Mozambique governor, tasking the central bank with tackling foreign-currency shortages, easing credit access, supporting rural finance and innovation while keeping inflation and the currency stable. Fuel Security Boost: Mozambique and Zimbabwe broke ground on expanding the Beira-Feruka pipeline via CPMZ, lifting capacity from 3m to 5m cubic metres per year by late 2027 to create a regional fuel buffer against supply shocks. Digital Infrastructure Push: WIOCC secured $300m from Africa Finance Corporation and Vision International Investment to expand open-access fibre, data centres and new subsea cable assets across more than 30 African countries. LNG Developments: Mozambique’s Coral North FLNG project in Cabo Delgado is set for LNG production from 2028, with a 3.6m tonnes/year liquefaction capacity and major international partners. Child Online Safety: UNICEF reports about 20m children across 21 countries face online sexual abuse or exploitation each year, with social media driving most cases. Public Administration: Mozambique says promotions and career changes in the civil service will resume in October after a 2022 suspension due to funding limits.

Fuel & Trade: Mozambique and Zimbabwe broke ground on a 67% expansion of the Beira–Harare fuel corridor, with CPMZ raising capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres per year by end-2027—adding about two billion litres of fuel annually to support energy security and landlocked regional markets. Central Banking & Public Service: President Daniel Chapo issued new instructions to Bank of Mozambique governor Felisberto Navalha, pushing action on foreign-currency shortages, credit access, rural financial services and inflation control; meanwhile, Mozambique says public administration promotions and career changes will resume in October after a 2022 funding pause. Child Protection Online: UNICEF reports about 1 in 5 youths aged 12–17 in surveyed countries experienced online sexual abuse/exploitation in the past year, with social media platforms driving most incidents. Climate Risk: WMO warns El Niño is now near-certain to persist through February 2027, while Mozambique’s EDM estimates $76m in losses from extreme weather (2022–2026), including $9.29m from this year’s southern floods. Security & Justice: SERNIC detained two Ghanaian nationals in Manica over alleged electronic fraud involving POS terminals, bank cards and mobile phones. Conservation: ANAC launched Mozambique’s $15m TRANSFORM wildlife and livelihood project for Quirimbas, Marromeu and Gorongosa to cut human-wildlife conflict and boost community income.

Digital Safety: UNICEF says 1 in 5 youths aged 12–17 in eastern and southern Africa faced online sexual abuse in the past year, warning that algorithms and viral trends are putting children at risk. Energy & Trade: Mozambique and Zimbabwe kicked off Phase II of the Beira–Feruka pipeline expansion, aiming to lift capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres per year and boost fuel supply across SADC. Security & Travel: The US issued a “Do Not Travel” warning for northern Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado over terrorist threats, joining other countries’ advisories. Governance & Finance: Malawi police arrested senior NOCMA officials over an alleged fraudulent transfer of more than $400,000 linked to fuel shipment charges at Beira and Nacala. Climate Risk: UNICEF warns over 162 million children across the region live in areas vulnerable to the intensifying 2026–2027 El Niño, with drought, heat, floods and service disruptions threatening health and learning. Infrastructure & Development: Cahora Bassa in Mozambique achieved Silver certification under the Hydropower Sustainability Standard, highlighting sustainability progress for one of Africa’s major hydropower projects.

Climate Risk: UNICEF warns over 162 million children across eastern and southern Africa are exposed to intensifying 2026/27 El Niño impacts, with drought, heat, flooding and knock-on effects for food, health, schooling and safe water. Health Funding: Malawi is among 18 countries facing major US health financing cuts through 2030, with analysts warning co-financing demands may not match local priorities and could leave gaps. Governance & Finance: Mozambique President Daniel Chapo reversed the appointment of Waldemar de Sousa as Bank of Mozambique governor and named Felisberto Dinis Navalha instead, amid criticism tied to the “hidden debts” scandal. Energy & Trade: Mozambique’s Cahora Bassa hydropower project earned HSS Silver certification, while China’s Hunan and Mozambique held a Maputo matchmaking conference signing multiple cooperation deals. Power Investment: UAE-based ePointZero agreed to buy 90% of Azura Power, which operates generation assets including in Mozambique. Agriculture: Mozambique plans to recover cotton output from 20,000 to 60,000 tonnes a year, aiming to restore jobs and export earnings.

Fuel Infrastructure: Presidents Mnangagwa and Chapo are set to launch the second phase of the Moçambique–Zimbabwe pipeline expansion in Nhamatanda, boosting Beira-Feruka pumping capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic metres by end-2027 and adding two new pumping stations to raise transport capacity by 67%, with supply links to the PetroZim line and wider SADC demand. Banking Leadership: Mozambique’s President Chapo reversed a fast-track Bank of Mozambique governor appointment, revoking Waldemar de Sousa and naming Felisberto Dinis Navalha as governor, underscoring continued political and “hidden debts” controversy around central bank oversight. Power Deal: Abu Dhabi’s ePointZero (2PointZero Group) agreed to buy 90% of Azura Power Holdings, giving it controlling stakes in 175MW in Mozambique plus assets in Nigeria and Senegal, pending regulatory approvals. Agriculture & Health: A SoilFER initiative is spotlighting Mozambican soil science for better yields, while church-led child nutrition screening efforts in Maputo, Matola and Beira aim to tackle malnutrition in under-fives. Digital Growth: WIOCC secured a $300m investment deal to expand open-access digital infrastructure across Africa, with Mozambique Telecom (TMCEL) among shareholders.

Energy & Industry: Sasol says earnings rose on stronger fuel performance and higher Secunda output, while it keeps pushing to cut external coal purchases and improve coal quality ahead of a planned 2027 shutdown. Power Deals: Abu Dhabi’s ePointZero has agreed to buy 90% of Azura Power, giving it controlling stakes in 752MW of operating generation across Nigeria, Senegal and Mozambique, pending approvals. Gas Prices: South Africa’s NERSA approved a R97.31/GJ maximum gas price for Sasol Gas for Q1 2026/27 and kept a quarterly adjustment mechanism, as Mozambique gas supply declines loom. Mozambique Economy & Finance: The Bank of Mozambique ordered refunds of $1.15m after complaints about improper bank and mobile wallet fees; meanwhile, President Chapo appointed Felisberto Dinis Navalha as governor, reversing an earlier appointment. Trade & Logistics: Five Southern African customs authorities agreed a roadmap to link systems for faster cargo clearance and lower border delays. Security & Travel: The US State Department kept Mozambique at Level 2 but raised parts of the north to Level 4 “Do Not Travel” over militant threats. Business & Infrastructure: Corinth Pipeworks won a major line-pipe contract for Rovuma LNG Phase 1 in Mozambique. Culture & Community: Beira’s Cathedral hosted a Day for Catechists as part of Mozambique’s national catechetical week.

Mozambique Politics: A Supreme Court trial involving opposition figure Venâncio Mondlane is set to become a major test for Mozambique’s judiciary and political stability, with calls for live broadcasting raising the stakes for how the case could shape public trust after the disputed 2024 elections. Central Banking: Waldemar de Sousa has been named the new governor of the Bank of Mozambique, replacing Rogerio Zandamela after a decade at the helm. Power & Trade: Mozambique–Malawi’s 400KV MOMA electricity interconnector is fully built and energised, but commercial power trading now hinges on tariff talks. Regional Security & AU: President John Dramani Mahama is in Luanda for an AU extraordinary session focused on conflict prevention and resolution, with Mozambique among the backdrop of mounting security challenges. Health Policy: African Traditional Medicine Day (Aug. 31) pushed for more investment in research, regulation and innovation to help traditional care support universal health coverage. Environment & Food: East Africa’s restoration efforts are being urged to plant more indigenous, food-bearing trees to fight malnutrition while protecting biodiversity. Migration Pressure: Zimbabwe’s Red Cross says it has supported over 10,000 returnees from South Africa amid the ongoing migration crisis. Energy Markets: Mozambique is among the countries facing high diesel costs, a pressure point for transport and food prices across the region.

Mozambique Security & Governance: Mozambique’s military is urged to stay ready for “growing sophisticated threats,” while regional leaders push for stronger AU peace and security reforms, including urgent action on crises affecting northern Mozambique. Regional Climate & Food Risks: Southern Africa faces a likely below-normal rainy season in Oct–Dec 2026, with El Niño expected to intensify—raising pressure on farming and livelihoods. Mozambique in the Energy Mix: Abu Dhabi’s ePointZero (2PointZero Group) is set to buy 90% of Azura Power, which runs gas-fired generation assets including Mozambique’s CTRG (175MW), promising more power capacity across Nigeria, Senegal and Mozambique. Trade & Costs Hitting Households: Diesel prices vary sharply across Africa; Mozambique is among the top five most expensive in August 2026, a reminder that fuel costs can quickly feed into transport and food prices. Fisheries Enforcement Funding: Namibia has not yet paid its SADC contribution for a Mozambique-headquartered anti-illegal fishing centre, potentially slowing regional surveillance efforts. Tobacco Trade Warning: A WHO report says tobacco-leaf production is rising in Africa even as global output falls—fueling health and development concerns, with Mozambique listed among major leaf producers.

Infrastructure & Connectivity: JICA will disburse $10.4m to reconstruct the Natete bridge in Nampula’s Ribáue district, including bridge works, access-road upgrades and riverbank protection to boost mobility and climate resilience. Telecom & Competition: Mozambique’s ARC approved Visabeira’s plan to raise its TV Cabo stake from 50% to 80% by buying 30% from state operator Tmcel, clearing the deal as not significantly harming competition. Regional Peace & Security: At the AU’s Luanda summit, leaders pushed for early-warning systems and more predictable African financing for conflict prevention, with Mozambique flagged among instability hotspots. Health & TB for HIV patients: A Tanzania-Mozambique trial found urine and stool are easier alternatives to mucus for TB screening in people with HIV, helping when patients can’t produce lung samples. Agriculture & Climate Risk: Zimbabwe braces for a hotter, drier 2026/27 season, with below-normal rainfall expected across parts of the region including Mozambique during key planting months. Sports: Beach soccer qualifiers pair Ghana vs Nigeria, while Mozambique’s opponents are set in the same qualifying round.

AU Peace Summit: President John Dramani Mahama arrived in Luanda for the AU’s 21st Extraordinary Session, where leaders will agree on a continent-wide action plan to strengthen conflict prevention and resolution, with Mozambique named among the security flashpoints. Health in Focus: A Tanzania–Mozambique trial on TB screening for people living with HIV found that broader testing didn’t speed treatment starts, but urine and stool were far easier than mucus—suggesting practical alternatives when patients can’t produce samples. Climate Pressure: Zimbabwe is bracing for a hotter, drier 2026/27 season, with below-normal rainfall expected during key planting months—conditions that also threaten parts of Mozambique. Ports & Trade: ICTSI signed to buy full ownership of TLG, an operator with facilities across Mozambique, Namibia and South Africa, expanding its African footprint pending approvals. Digital Access: Google is offering free one-year AI Plus access to students in 27 African countries, including Mozambique. Regional Football: Beach soccer qualifiers pair Ghana vs Nigeria, while Mozambique is drawn against Seychelles and Malawi in other matchups.