Mozambique’s tourism sector continues to demonstrate its potential as an engine of economic growth. During the opening of the 10th edition of the International Tourism Fair (FIKANI), held on Thursday, August 8, the President of the Republic, Filipe Nyusi, revealed that the country had attracted around 59.4 billion meticais, equivalent to 940 million dollars, in investments in the tourism sector during 2023.
The President pointed out that this figure represents a growth of 17% over the previous year, a trend which, according to him, signals good prospects for the Mozambican economy in the medium and long term. “This increase is a reflection of international recognition of the country’s ongoing efforts to improve conditions for investors and raise the competitiveness of our tourism,” said Nyusi.
In his speech, the President also highlighted the progress made in the sector over the course of his mandate, which began in 2020. According to Nyusi, since then, Mozambique has seen the opening of 1088 new tourism enterprises, which include hotels, restaurants, bars and travel agencies. These investments have resulted in the creation of more than 14,000 new jobs, strengthening the national economy.
Another highlight was the training of human capital in the sector, with 11,244 professionals trained to offer high quality tourism services. “The development of human capital is fundamental to providing an excellent tourist experience, which increases the country’s attractiveness as a tourist destination,” added the President.
Filipe Nyusi also emphasized the importance of promoting the country’s conservation and natural tourism areas internationally, such as Maputo National Park, Ponta de Ouro, the Bazaruto archipelago, and Gorongosa and Chimanimani national parks. He stressed that tourism should be seen as one of the essential pillars for the diversification and acceleration of the Mozambican economy.
