World Bank-funded projects in Cabo Delgado are boosting the private sector and creating jobs, with a direct impact on the local economy, according to a monitoring mission that gave a positive assessment of the initiatives’ implementation in the province.
According to the Mozambique News Agency, the assessment follows a three-day visit as part of the Conecta Negócios project, overseen by the Ministry of Finance, which has already mobilized approximately $30 million in grants to support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
Projects Boost Local Economy
During the mission, progress was noted in terms of productivity, competitiveness, and the integration of companies into value chains linked to megaprojects, particularly in the Rovuma basin.
The head of the mission, Laurent Corthay, highlighted the performance of the supported companies, emphasizing the role of business leadership in the results achieved. “We observed very strong performance from the companies we visited. The key element is leadership: entrepreneurs with a clear vision, consistent business plans, and the ability to respond to market demand,” he stated.
In addition to financing, the program includes technical training and has already reached more than 7,000 microenterprises and approximately 700 small and medium-sized enterprises as of April 2026.
Success Stories and Impact on Employment
Among the highlighted examples is Madopera Comercial, a company in the Chiúre district, which, with a $250,000 grant, increased production from 10 to 50 tons per day and expanded its workforce from 10 to about 30 employees.
“With the funds we received, we are building warehouses and investing in equipment to increase production,” said General Manager Conde Madopera.
Another notable project is MozCon, dedicated to industrial waste management, which, with $400,000 in funding, is implementing innovative solutions such as a pyrolysis plant to convert waste into fuel.
The company already employs more than 100 workers, contributing to environmental sustainability and job creation in the province.
For the Northern Integrated Development Agency, the results demonstrate that the private sector is playing a central role in the economic development of Cabo Delgado.
“These companies are creating jobs and bringing sustainable solutions to the province,” noted the agency’s representative in Pemba.
The mission reaffirmed its commitment to continue mobilizing funding to promote economic stability, social inclusion, and the creation of opportunities in the region.
