Mozambique has launched a rural connectivity pilot project to expand internet access to underserved areas, marking a significant move toward universal digital inclusion. Led by the Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) in partnership with BDQ Mobile, Movitel, VANU, and Spacecom, the project is part of the government’s broader “Internet for All” program.
Minister of Communications and Digital Transformation, Américo Muchanga, hailed the initiative as “a giant leap forward” in guaranteeing every citizen’s right to communicate in the digital age. The pilot aims to deliver affordable, high-quality internet to remote communities, often overlooked due to lack of commercial viability.
Two base stations have been installed in Xinavane and Pessene in Maputo Province, each with a 50-kilometre coverage radius, potentially serving up to 15,000 people. The goal is to reach 95% network coverage, 99% service availability, and 80% mobile penetration by 2030, with targeted 5G speeds of up to 1 Gbps.
While only 6.45% of Mozambicans currently use the internet (per January 2025 DataReportal figures), the initiative also includes digital skills training to ensure effective adoption and access to services in education, health, governance, and economic development.
This pilot marks a crucial step toward closing Mozambique’s digital divide and achieving inclusive national connectivity.
Source: extensia.tech
Original Source: Agency Ecofin
