Mozambique: Chapo Invites Russian Investors to Explore Business Opportunities

What the report says

Mozambican President Daniel Chapo used a speech at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow to urge Russian companies and investors to consider opportunities in Mozambique, according to AllAfrica’s reporting of Agência de Informação de Moçambique. He pointed to mechanized agriculture, industry, energy, infrastructure and the blue economy as priority areas, and also mentioned transport, logistics, tourism and digital transformation.

Chapo framed the appeal as part of a broader push for stronger economic cooperation that would bring investment, technology transfer and jobs. He said Mozambique wants investment that helps expand domestic production and builds national capacity over the long term, with particular attention to women and young people. The article also said he identified education, vocational training, healthcare and scientific research, including artificial intelligence, as important for developing human capital.

Beyond business ties, Chapo described the summit as a chance to deepen political trust and expand trade in line with the African Union’s Agenda 2063. He also raised climate justice and financing, saying Mozambique is highly exposed to floods and cyclones despite contributing little to global pollution. On security, he repeated Africa’s call for permanent representation on the UN Security Council and urged stronger cooperation against terrorism, transnational crime, money laundering and cyber threats.

The appeal reflects Mozambique’s effort to attract foreign partners for development-led investment while seeking more tangible follow-through on summit commitments.