The Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is investing more than 31 million dollars, the equivalent of around two billion meticais, in development projects in Mozambique. The investments cover the construction of water supplies in rural areas, road rehabilitation and an increase in electricity generation capacity in various regions of the country.
According to Oshima Fuka, who is responsible for JICA’s programs in Mozambique, the agency is financing 12 development projects in the country, six of them through donations. The efforts are concentrated on improving the quality of life of the population, with a special focus on the provinces of Niassa and Nampula, in the north of the country.
In Niassa, JICA is investing more than 15 million dollars in the construction of four water supply systems and 100 reservoirs, benefiting more than 87,000 people. In Nampula, the focus is on strengthening electricity production capacity, with the construction of a combined gas plant in Nacala-Porto, taking advantage of the gas exploration projects in Cabo Delgado.
Yoshizawa Kei, Advisor to the Director General for Cooperation with Africa, reiterated JICA’s commitment to continue financially supporting development projects in Mozambique, in line with the commitments made at the Tokyo Conference for Africa’s Development (TICAD). He pointed out that JICA intends to disburse more than five billion dollars in areas such as health, education and climate resilience, with the aim of boosting economic development on the African continent and in Mozambique.
Over the last 20 years, JICA has invested more than 87 billion meticais in Mozambique, providing technical training for more than 17,000 Mozambicans and transferring technology to more than 100 public and private institutions in the country.
This investment by JICA represents a significant boost for the development of crucial infrastructure in Mozambique, which is fundamental for boosting economic growth and improving the quality of life of the population.
