AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDigital Economy Push: Mozambique says digital infrastructure is now a strategic national asset, pledging faster fibre, data centres and cybersecurity to power AI and financial services beyond big cities. Visa Shock for Region: The US will end routine visa processing at 25 African posts from 1 August, including Maputo, sending applicants to regional hubs. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: At the International Seabed Authority meeting in Kingston, Mozambique joined a growing call for a global moratorium as critics warn there isn’t enough science to protect oceans. Mining Workers’ Pensions: Mozambique is identifying former miners in Maputo, Inhambane and Gaza for payouts linked to work in South African mines, targeting 1,262 people worth about 148 million rand. Banking Watch: Mozambique’s mandatory reserves at commercial banks jumped to 308.9 billion meticais in May after a central bank reserve requirement increase. Regional Mobility Note: Mozambique is also listed among destinations offering visa-on-arrival access for Pakistani passport holders, even as Pakistan’s passport ranks 101st globally.
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