In a bold step toward enhancing regional cooperation and energy security in Southern Africa, the Government of Mozambique has signed two pivotal memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Republics of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The agreements, facilitated through Mozambique’s Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy, mark a strategic move to advance regional energy integration, industrialization, and sustainable development.
The MoUs were signed during the prestigious 11th Mining and Energy Conference (MMEC) held in Maputo, where policymakers, investors, and experts gathered to shape the future of Southern Africa’s energy and mining landscape. These agreements align with the broader goals of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and highlight the region’s collective commitment to collaborative growth and infrastructure development.
Fueling Connection: Mozambique-Zambia Gas Pipeline
One of the headline agreements is the deal between Mozambique and Zambia to develop a cross-border gas pipeline. The project envisions a crucial energy link stretching from the port city of Beira in Mozambique to Ndola, a key industrial hub in Zambia. Designed to transport up to 3.5 million metric tons of petroleum products per year, the pipeline aims to revolutionize Zambia’s fuel supply chain by providing a more stable, efficient, and cost-effective energy corridor.
This infrastructure project is not only expected to enhance energy reliability for Zambia but will also inject fresh momentum into the economy of Beira. Increased traffic through its fuel terminal and associated logistics operations will generate new job opportunities, boost local industries, and consolidate Mozambique’s position as a regional energy transit hub.
Power Partnership: Mozambique-Zimbabwe Electricity Cooperation
In a parallel development, the MoU signed with Zimbabwe focuses on deeper collaboration in the electricity sector—from generation and transmission to supply and infrastructure development. The agreement aims to strengthen electricity trade between the two countries, support industrial growth in Zimbabwe, and expand the reach of sustainable power solutions throughout the region.
Beyond electricity, the partnership also seeks to streamline fuel trade logistics and attract investment into shared energy infrastructure, contributing to long-term energy resilience and economic stability.
A Shared Vision for Southern Africa
“These agreements are not just technical documents—they embody a shared vision of interdependence, solidarity, and mutual progress,” said Mozambique’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy. “Mozambique is stepping into its role as a strategic energy corridor within the SADC region, facilitating the flow of energy across borders while supporting our own development goals through expanded trade and investment.”
By formalizing these partnerships, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe are laying the foundation for a more interconnected, reliable, and sustainable energy future. The signed MoUs underscore the growing recognition that regional integration is key to unlocking Africa’s full energy potential—where national success stories become continental progress.
As these projects take shape, they promise not only to meet the rising demand for energy but also to drive inclusive economic growth and position Southern Africa as a global model for collaborative energy development.
