AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth & Safety in Mozambique’s Energy Sector: Techdrilling opened a new specialised inspection, non-destructive testing and occupational health & safety training office in Pemba, bringing certified services closer to Cabo Delgado oil and gas operations. Local Capacity Building: ROSCONSULT, based in Maputo with presence in Pemba, Nacala and Vilanculos, is expanding advisory and training across energy, mining, water and health & safety. Drug Policy Update: Mozambique’s drug control legislation is being revised to tackle new psychoactive substances and shifting trafficking patterns, with community concerns raised about alleged adolescent drug sales near pharmacies. Ageing Support Pressure: Mozambique says pension payments under the Basic Social Subsidy Programme have faced delays due to financial constraints, with no immediate plans to raise the subsidy amount. Climate & Human Rights: A UN expert warns Mozambique and donors to avoid deeper fossil-fuel dependency, stressing rights to health, water and food security as El Niño risks intensify. Public Procurement Scrutiny: Mozambique’s finance ministry suspended Constitutional Council vehicle contracts after procurement irregularities were flagged—amid criticism while health facilities lack equipment and medicines.
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