The Ministry of Transport and Logistics (MTL) announced on Tuesday (14) a series of investments in infrastructure, digitalisation and the integration of Mozambique’s main logistics corridors, with the aim of reducing operating costs, improving freight transport efficiency and strengthening the competitiveness of Mozambican businesses.
The announcement was made by Fernando Ouvana, representing the Ministry of Transport and Logistics, during a panel discussion at the 21st Annual Private Sector Conference (CASP) entitled Infrastructure, Logistics and Energy: The Foundation of Business Competitiveness. He explained that the initiatives are focused on the Maputo, Beira and Nacala corridors, which are considered strategic for the country’s import and export operations.
According to Ouvana, the Maputo Corridor remains the Government’s top priority, as it serves the country’s largest port and handles the highest volume of cargo. He noted that the Port of Maputo now operates entirely through digital systems, eliminating paper-based procedures, and is implementing the Port Community System, a platform that integrates all stakeholders in the logistics chain and enables real-time monitoring of cargo and port operations.
“There is also significant investment along the N4 corridor. A tender has been launched to select a partner for the development of the new Kilometre 4 Project, which includes new access roads designed to ease congestion at the port, as well as additional road sections extending to the Eswatini border and other border crossings with South Africa,” he said.
Regarding the Beira Corridor, Ouvana acknowledged that it currently faces the country’s most significant logistical challenges due to congestion at the Port of Beira.
“To address this situation, the Government is implementing the Dondo Dry Port project, which will relocate part of the storage operations away from the port, freeing up space and improving cargo flow,” he explained.
He added that further investments are under way in the Beira ring road, the Machipanda One-Stop Border Post and the expansion of the fuel terminal.
As for the Nacala Corridor, the Ministry’s representative said the Government has decided to concession the port and integrate it into the Nacala Special Economic Zone, with the objective of increasing cargo volumes and stimulating economic activity across the region.
He also highlighted the railway project linking Chipata, in Zambia, to Serenje, which will provide Zambia with a direct rail connection to the Port of Nacala.
On road infrastructure, Ouvana revealed that the Government is implementing the More Roads programme, which foresees investments of approximately US$2.6 billion for the construction and rehabilitation of around 3,000 kilometres of strategic roads, increasing the proportion of paved roads from 22.5% to 37%.
“The Ministry of Transport and Logistics will continue investing in infrastructure modernisation, service digitalisation, regional integration and the adoption of solutions based on emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, as the future competitiveness of Mozambique’s logistics sector will depend on its ability to harness innovation to meet the needs of the private sector,” he concluded.
About the Event
Held under the theme Produce, Transform and Compete: Building a Strong and Resilient Economy, the 21st Annual Private Sector Conference (CASP 2026) is taking place in Maputo on 14 and 15 July.
The conference brings together government officials, business leaders, business associations, development partners, financial institutions, academics and industry experts to deepen public-private dialogue, assess the implementation of recommendations from the previous edition, and identify reforms, investments and opportunities capable of strengthening domestic production, local value addition and the competitiveness of the economy.
The programme features panel discussions on infrastructure, logistics and energy, digital transformation, agribusiness and food security, tourism, industrialisation and local content, human capital development, access to international markets, financing for small and medium-sized enterprises, business resilience and improvements to the business environment. It also includes bilateral sessions between Mozambique and Japan and between Mozambique and China, as well as dedicated forums for presenting investment opportunities and fostering business partnerships.
Text: Felisberto Ruco & Soares Comé
