AGP Executive Report

Postal Technology: Mozambique’s communications regulator is pushing to modernise and formalise deliveries as e-commerce grows, citing unlicensed app-based services and calling for investment in technology and wider coverage. Ocean Protection: Mozambique joined nine countries in adopting 15 regional measures, including a strategy to tackle plastic pollution and plans for major marine spills. Digital Inclusion: Mozambique has unveiled an “Internet for All” strategy to expand access. Fintech: PawaPay secured a Mozambique payment-service-provider licence, opening direct access to mobile-money networks. Trade Technology: A new digital platform will track cargo in real time along the Beira Corridor, combining data from ports, roads, rail and customs to flag delays. Marine Science: Scientists are seeking answers as orca sightings off Mozambique become more frequent.

Digital Payments: PawaPay has secured a Bank of Mozambique licence, allowing it to onboard merchants directly and connect them to the country’s mobile-money networks, which serve more than 12 million active accounts. Trade Technology: A new digital platform will track cargo across the Beira Corridor, combining data from ports, roads, rail and customs to flag delays and help authorities coordinate transport. Clean Energy: UK-backed funding includes a Mozambique project among 10 initiatives across Africa, supporting technologies such as solar cold storage, hospital power systems and hybrid mini-grids. Marine Science: Scientists are seeking answers as orca sightings off Mozambique become more frequent, with reports also raising questions about possible links to El Niño. Minerals and Investment: The US development finance agency plans to expand equity investments in African projects, including graphite in Mozambique, while a UN programme aims to build more responsible regional critical-mineral value chains.

Digital Investment: The US DFC plans to expand equity stakes in African firms, with its portfolio already including graphite projects in Mozambique and digital infrastructure. Mobile Payments: PawaPay has secured a Bank of Mozambique licence, allowing it to onboard merchants directly and connect them to the country’s mobile-money networks. Trade Technology: A new digital platform will track cargo and delays along the Beira Corridor, combining data from ports, roads, railways and customs. Clean Energy: UK-backed projects across eight African countries, including Mozambique, will support solutions such as solar cold storage and hybrid mini-grids. Marine Science: Scientists are seeking to understand why orcas are appearing more often off Mozambique, amid reports of rare sightings. Digital Inclusion: Mozambique has unveiled an “Internet for All” strategy to expand access.

Digital Investment: The U.S. DFC plans to expand direct investments in African companies, including projects involving graphite in Mozambique and digital infrastructure. It has more than $14 billion committed across the continent. Trade Technology: A $174,000 contract will fund a digital platform to track cargo in real time along the Beira Corridor, helping authorities spot delays across ports, roads, rail and customs. Payments: PawaPay has secured a Bank of Mozambique licence to onboard merchants directly to mobile-money networks, opening access to a market with more than 12 million active accounts. Connectivity: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” roadmap to coordinate rural mobile coverage, fibre expansion, school ICT labs and public internet access. Clean Energy: UK-backed grants will support 10 projects in eight African countries, including Mozambique, with technologies such as solar cold storage, hospital power systems and mini-grids. Marine Science: Rare orca and shark sightings off Mozambique have scientists investigating what may be driving the unusual appearances.

Trade Technology: A US$174,000 project will build a digital observatory for the Beira Corridor, combining port, road, rail and customs data to track cargo and flag delays. The platform is expected within 18 months. Digital Payments: PawaPay received a Bank of Mozambique licence to onboard merchants directly and connect them to mobile-money networks, including M-Pesa, E-Mola and mKesh. Connectivity: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” roadmap to coordinate rural mobile coverage, fibre expansion, school ICT labs and public internet access. Marine Science: Researchers at the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies report weekly orca sightings since late 2025, alongside unusual appearances of sharks and turtles; they are investigating whether changing ocean conditions may be a factor. Clean Energy: UK-backed funding is supporting 10 African projects, including in Mozambique, focused on solutions such as solar cold storage, hospital power and mini-grids.

Research: Sixty women from 28 African countries completed a 15-month fellowship supporting early-career researchers and helping turn research into policy and community impact. Digital Inclusion: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” roadmap to coordinate rural mobile coverage, fibre expansion, public internet access and digital services. Mobile Payments: PawaPay won a Bank of Mozambique licence, allowing it to onboard merchants directly and connect them to the country’s mobile-money networks. Clean Energy: UK-backed funding will support 10 projects in eight African countries, including Mozambique, with technologies such as solar cold storage, hospital power systems and mini-grids. Ocean Science: Researchers in the Bazaruto archipelago are recording more frequent orca and other unusual wildlife sightings; they are investigating whether changing ocean conditions, including El Niño, may be involved. Critical Minerals: Mozambique is among six Southern African countries in a five-year UN programme to strengthen responsible mineral value chains and expand local processing.

Clean Energy: UK-backed funding will support 10 projects across eight African countries, including clean power for fishing communities in Mozambique. Research: Sixty women researchers from 28 African countries have completed a fellowship focused on turning research into policy and community solutions. Digital Payments: PawaPay has secured a Bank of Mozambique licence, allowing it to connect merchants directly to mobile money networks used by more than 12 million active accounts. Connectivity: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” roadmap covering rural mobile service, school ICT labs, fibre expansion and public internet access. Marine Science: Researchers off Bazaruto are recording weekly orca sightings, along with more whale sharks and hammerheads, and are investigating whether changing ocean conditions may be a factor.

Digital Inclusion: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” plan to coordinate rural mobile coverage, public internet access, school ICT labs, fibre expansion and digital public services. Fintech: The Bank of Mozambique has licensed pan-African payments provider pawaPay as a Payment Service Provider, clearing a regulatory milestone for its local operations. Marine Science: Researchers at the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies report weekly orca sightings after previously recording none, alongside more whale sharks and hammerheads; they are investigating whether changing ocean conditions may explain the shift. Critical Minerals: Abu Dhabi-based IRH has offered to acquire shares in Kenmare Resources, operator of Mozambique’s Moma titanium mine, as the UAE seeks to expand supply for high-tech manufacturing. Clean Energy: A UK-backed programme is funding projects to scale cleaner power alternatives across Africa, including solutions for fishing communities in Mozambique.

Digital Inclusion: Mozambique is developing an “Internet for All” roadmap to coordinate rural mobile coverage, public internet points, school ICT labs, fibre expansion and digital services. Separately, fintech PawaPay has secured a payment service provider licence from the Bank of Mozambique. Marine Science: Scientists at the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies are investigating a sharp rise in orca and whale shark sightings, with changing ocean currents and temperatures — possibly linked to El Niño — among the factors under study. Water Systems: A new African industry report urges utilities to tackle leaks, theft and faulty meters, noting that more than 35% of water is lost or unbilled in Mozambique and several other countries. Climate and Health: Research in Beira found lasting anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress among people affected by flooding, including survivors of Cyclone Idai.

Clean Energy: UK-backed ZE-Gen is investing more than £2 million in 10 projects to scale renewable power and energy storage across Africa, including solutions for Mozambique’s fishing communities that could reduce reliance on diesel generators. Marine Science: Researchers at the Bazaruto Centre for Scientific Studies report unusually frequent orca and whale shark sightings off Mozambique. They are monitoring whether changing currents and ocean temperatures linked to El Niño are affecting marine food sources, but say the connection is not yet clear. Digital Regulation: At a Maputo gaming conference, experts urged African regulators to use transaction-monitoring technology and share data across borders to identify risks and better protect players. Aquaculture Research: University of Hawaiʻi researchers identified changes in prolactin gene activity that help Mozambique tilapia regulate salt and water in extreme salinity, offering insight into the fish’s resilience.

Marine Science: Scientists at Mozambique’s Bazaruto Centre for Scientific Studies report unusually frequent sightings of orcas and whale sharks. They are investigating whether shifts in ocean currents and temperatures may be changing marine food supplies; a link to El Niño remains uncertain. Clean Energy: UK-backed projects will invest more than £2 million in 10 initiatives across eight African countries, including clean power for fishing communities in Mozambique, helping replace diesel and petrol generators. Agricultural Technology: At Gaza’s Wanbao farm, a wheat trial covering about 667 hectares yielded a promising harvest. The project shares improved seeds, machinery and farming guidance with local growers. Wildlife Recovery: Zinave National Park, devastated during Mozambique’s civil war, has received 37 rhinos since 2022; the herd has produced seven calves, including a critically endangered black rhino.

Maritime Tech & Policy: India’s Sagarmanthan “Great Oceans Dialogue” (Oct 7–9, New Delhi) will bring 1,200+ delegates from 75 countries to discuss the future of shipping, trade, sea sustainability and cooperation, with a theme on “Blue Geographies, New Aspirations.” Conservation & Wildlife Recovery: Mozambique’s Zinave National Park is rebounding after the civil war “emptied” it—Peace Parks says 37 rhinos have returned since 2022 and the herd has produced seven calves, including a critically endangered black rhino. Air Quality Innovation: Makerere’s AirQo has been named a finalist for the 2026 Earthshot Prize for low-cost air monitoring across African cities, using open data and AI to guide cleaner-air action. Health & Climate Impacts: A new four-country study highlights how flooding and extreme heat worsen mental health, with Mozambique’s Cyclone Idai survivors still reporting anxiety and trauma years later. Mozambique Tech & Agriculture: Mozambique’s Nampula is pitching Indian investors on oilseeds, edible oils and agro-industry, as part of India–Africa agricultural cooperation talks in Mumbai. Marine Science Watch: Rare orca and whale shark sightings off Mozambique are increasing, with researchers linking the shift to El Niño-driven changes in currents and plankton. Energy & Local Capacity: Coverage spotlights Mozambique’s push to strengthen ENH under Rudêncio Morais and expand domestic participation as LNG momentum grows. Digital Regulation: African gaming regulators are urged to adopt data-driven, non-intrusive monitoring to better protect players as digital gaming expands. Science for Resilience: University of Hawaiʻi researchers report how tilapia adapt to extreme salinity, uncovering a molecular mechanism that could inform aquaculture under harsh conditions.

African Energy Week 2026: More than 10,000 delegates are set to gather in Cape Town (Oct 12–16) for AEW 2026, with tracks spanning exploration, LNG, finance, downstream refining and petrochemicals—aimed at pulling capital and decision-makers directly to African projects. Health & Climate: A new four-country study highlights how flooding and extreme heat are linked to higher anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress, with Mozambique’s Cyclone Idai survivors in Beira still reporting long-term mental scars; it also points to practical support like training community health workers and using cooling solutions. Agri Tech & Investment: The Asia Africa Agri Alliance spotlighted India–Africa farm trade and technology transfers, with Mozambique’s Nampula pitching oilseeds, edible oils and agro-industrial development to Indian investors. Mozambique Ocean Science: Rare orca and whale shark sightings off Mozambique are becoming more frequent, with researchers linking changes in currents and water temperatures to El Niño conditions and shifting plankton food chains. Digital Skills for Social Impact: Graça Machel has been appointed to the Vodacom Foundation board as the group consolidates connected health, education and digital skilling goals across Africa. Local Energy Capability: Coverage also spotlights Mozambique’s push to strengthen ENH under Rudêncio Morais and the need for stronger local-content capacity across the energy value chain.

Climate & Health: A four-country study links flooding to higher anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress, with Mozambique’s Cyclone Idai survivors in Beira still reporting fear years later; researchers also highlight heat impacts on sleep and point to practical fixes like special roof paint. Energy & Local Capacity: Kaeso Energy Services’ leaders say Africa can’t capture the value chain while importing expertise, pushing for better working capital, cross-border recognition of local-content certification and technology partnerships as they expand into Mozambique. National Energy Leadership: Mozambique’s state hydrocarbons company ENH is entering a “stronger ENH” push under Rudêncio Morais, aiming to expand commercial and operational capability and boost domestic participation. Security & Governance: Reporting warns Mozambique’s army is still struggling in Cabo Delgado, citing improved training but persistent civilian abuses that erode community support. Marine Tech & Research: University of Hawaiʻi researchers explain how Mozambique tilapia survive extreme salt stress by shifting prolactin gene expression, offering new insight for aquatic science. Oil & Gas Services: Techdrilling opens a new Pemba operations base to bring inspection, non-destructive testing and safety training closer to Cabo Delgado’s growing oil and gas work. Agriculture & Innovation: President Daniel Chapo backs stronger Mozambique–China agricultural cooperation, spotlighting the Wanbao rice farm’s technology and local yield gains.

Mozambique Security & Human Rights: A new report says foreign training has strengthened the army since the 2017 Cabo Delgado attacks, but abuses against civilians are still eroding community support needed to beat insurgents. Responsible Gaming Tech: Experts at a Maputo conference urged African regulators to use non-intrusive, data-driven monitoring to protect players, including API-based transaction checks before licences. Peace Through Jobs: President Daniel Chapo marked the 1992 General Peace Agreement anniversary by arguing that peace must translate into development—jobs, production, incomes, and stronger local industry. Mozambique–China Agriculture: Chapo backed scaling up the Wanbao rice farm model, calling for deeper agricultural cooperation and technology transfer to boost food output. Energy Week Momentum: Coverage around African Energy Week highlights efforts to bring investment closer to African energy projects, with a focus on local content and jobs. Science in Mozambique Waters: A University of Hawaiʻi study explains how tilapia adapt to extreme salt stress by changing prolactin gene expression, offering new insight into salt tolerance. Regional Media Cooperation: Rwanda Broadcasting Agency signed an agreement with Mozambique’s TVM to exchange programmes, digitise content, and build journalism skills, including tech innovation. Oil & Gas Local Services: Techdrilling opened a new Pemba office to bring inspection, testing and safety training closer to Mozambique’s expanding oil and gas operations. Climate Rights Warning: A UN expert warned Mozambique against deepening fossil fuel dependence, stressing human-rights-based climate resilience and green innovation.

Tilapia Science: University of Hawaiʻi researchers say Mozambique tilapia survive extreme salt stress by gradually shifting prolactin gene expression, helping them fine-tune salt and water balance even when moving toward hypersaline conditions. Climate & Health: A major global study links climate disasters to higher risks of child marriage, teen pregnancy and violence against girls, using data from 50+ countries plus surveys and interviews. Mozambique–China Agriculture: President Daniel Chapo backs stronger agricultural cooperation with China, pointing to Wanbao’s Gaza rice farm model and wheat trials as a template to boost Mozambique’s food production. Digital Media Cooperation: Rwanda Broadcasting Agency signs an agreement with Mozambique’s TVM to exchange programmes, digitize content and build journalism skills, including tech-focused programming. Oil & Gas Local Capacity: Techdrilling opens a specialised inspection and safety training office in Pemba to support Mozambique’s growing oil and gas operations with locally available certified expertise. Cassava Exports: Mozambique’s Chamber of Commerce and China’s Long Ran sign an MoU to expand cassava production and processing for exports to China, targeting smallholders and an initial one million boxes. Human Rights & Climate: A UN expert warns Mozambique and donors against deepening fossil fuel dependency, urging a human-rights-based path for climate resilience and green innovation.