Lusaka, Zambia – June 29, 2024 – Mozambique has extended a hand to Zambia, proposing a collaborative effort to construct a massive new hydropower plant. The project, envisioned to rival the iconic Cahora Bassa facility in Tete province, is still in its early stages, but Mozambique is eager for Zambia’s participation.
President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique made the invitation during a recent state visit to Zambia, following the signing of key bilateral agreements between the two nations. Discussions between the presidents and their delegations centered on strengthening cooperation across various fronts.
“Our discussions today reaffirmed that Mozambique and Zambia share common aspirations,” President Nyusi remarked.
The proposed hydropower plant is just one piece of the cooperation puzzle. The leaders also expressed a desire to expedite the development of dry ports in Mozambique, a move intended to bolster Zambia’s economic standing.
Another topic on the agenda was a potential memorandum of understanding focused on joint trans-frontier conservation initiatives involving Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Hakainde Hichilema, President of Zambia, emphasized the potential benefits of collaboration, stating that such partnerships would be a boon to regional development.
President Nyusi’s visit to Zambia included an address to the Zambian parliament.
