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Delivering Mozambique’s Sustainable Energy Future 

Mozambique is emerging as a key player in the global energy landscape, with a rich reserve of natural resources, including natural gas and renewables. As the world shifts towards cleaner and more sustainable energy, Mozambique is positioning itself at the centre of this transformation, ensuring its energy projects are both ready and fully implemented to meet the growing demands of domestic, regional and the global market.

At COP28 in Dubai, H.E. President Filipe Nyusi said, “Mozambique’s $80 billion energy transition strategy will leverage the country’s vast renewable resources to position the country as a sustainable investment destination and deliver energy to its people.”

President Nyusi went on to share that while transitioning to a decarbonised future, Mozambique must continue to grow and meet the needs of the half of its population that does not have access to electricity. Therefore, the strategy’s mission is to leverage Mozambique’s abundant renewable and natural resources to accelerate the trajectory of low-carbon socio-economic development.

Hon. Carlos Zacarias, Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy of Mozambique, presented how the strategy would be leveraged by harnessing its gas reserves whilst implementing several hydro, wind and solar projects. Some of these are already underway, such as the Mphanda Nkuwa Dam, which has attracted international interest and will deliver on a diverse energy mix. 

Decarbonisation and fostering energy access for all through an inclusive and sustainable energy mix is also at the centre of Mozambique’s government strategy. Mozambique’s energy transition is based on four strategic pillars including: 1. Expanding clean energy expansion capacity through wind, hydroelectric projects and solar power plants to offset fossil fuels predominance; 2. Capitalising on green industrialisation through integrated projects around industrial corridors such as the Nacala corridor; 3. Accelerating universal access to energy by 2030 through clean cooking solutions and solar mini-grids; 4. promoting green mobility, introducing electric vehicles, as well as increasing the use of gas-powered vehicles and promoting biofuels.

This readiness is not only aimed at harnessing Mozambique’s vast natural resources but also focuses on ensuring that projects are aligned with international standards and best practices. By fostering collaboration between local and international stakeholders, Mozambique is securing investments that will drive its energy sector forward, create job opportunities, and contribute to sustainable development.

In August, Eni, as the Delegated Operator of Area 4, on behalf of its Area 4 partners, namely ExxonMobil, CNPC, GALP, KOGAS and ENH, celebrated the achievement of 5 million tons of LNG produced from the Coral Sul FLNG, located in the ultra-deep waters of the Rovuma Basin, offshore Mozambique. This is a significant milestone for the project, and it represents not only a major technical and operational accomplishment but also stands as a testament to the dedication, commitment, and collaboration of all the team and stakeholders.

“Eni has great faith in this country, and this will be the beginning of another success. After the success of Coral Sul, we are ready to launch Coral Norte” stated Marica Calabrese, Managing Director & General Manager at Eni Rovuma Basin.

Eni and ENH have since gone on to sign a contract for a new offshore block in the Angoche basin.

In this new age of industrialisation, Mozambique’s energy potential places the country at the forefront of global energy investments. As it continues to develop its infrastructure and expertise in energy production, Mozambique is set to play a pivotal role in meeting future energy demands. With significant projects in the pipeline, the country’s readiness and commitment to energy development make it a key player in the global energy transition.

In early September ExxonMobil gave the go-ahead to two consortia to launch a front-end engineering and design (FEED) contest on its huge Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique. At the end of which one consortium will be awarded a prestigious contract to build the 18 million tonnes per annum plant.

The deepwater Mamba field in Area 4 will send gas to the onshore Rovuma LNG site at Afungi in Cabo Delgado. Cabo Delgado plays a crucial role in supplying raw materials and advancing resources for the energy transition. 

In support of delivering on Mozambique’s sustainable energy future, dmg events and its partners ENH (Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos) are delighted to announce that the ninth edition of the Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition will be taking place from 19 – 21 November 2024 at the Joaquim Chissano International Conference Centre in Maputo.

As the official convening platform for the global gas, LNG and energy industry in Mozambique, the Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition will gather key Mozambican government, ministerial and industry stakeholders along with IECs, NOCs, EPCs, investors, developers and private sector value chain participants to engage in offtake negotiations, project development tenders, multilateral partnerships, technology showcasing and knowledge and best practice exchange.

The Summit also promotes and empowers the development of local content to serve as a platform to evolve the Mozambican energy landscape to ensure long-term future success for the country and its citizens within the global energy community.

About The Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition (MGES) 2024

Convening The Global Gas, LNG & Energy Industry In Mozambique

The Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition’s mission is to provide a thought leadership platform promoting key investments and business opportunities within Mozambique’s energy sector. The country is leading energy exports in the region and the Summit will attract all key stakeholders from across the local and international energy value chain.

Mozambique also plays a leading role in the energy transition in Sub Saharan Africa, with huge potential and mega projects in solar, wind, hydro and other sustainable and renewable sources of energy and the Summit will drive the discussions around the projects and business opportunities.

The 9th Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition will take place on 19 – 21 November 2024 at the Joaquim Chissano International Conference Centre in Maputo, convening national and international energy industry leaders to discuss policies, project developments and the energy transition with the Government of Mozambique, IECs, NOCs, EPCs and SMEs.

The event promotes the development of local content, with an international, high visibility conference and exhibition that enhances the development of SMEs and entrepreneurship in the country as well as serving as a platform to share updates on policy and regulation and information on financial support opportunities available for start-ups in Mozambique.

Participation is expected from across the global gas, LNG and energy value chain including:

  1. 3,500+ attendees
  2. 900+ conference delegates
  3. 275+ international exhibitors
  4. 150+ expert industry speakers
  5. 35+ countries represented from around the globe




About dmg events

dmg events is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT) an international portfolio of information, media and events businesses.

DMGT manages a diverse, multinational portfolio of companies, with total revenues of around £1 billion, that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news and entertainment. Its venture capital business, dmg ventures, holds minority stakes in early-stage businesses and focuses particularly on disruptive consumer media propositions.

Headquartered in Dubai, UAE since 1989 with offices in Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and the UK. dmg events is an international exhibition, conference and intelligence company, attracting more than 1,000,000 attendees to a portfolio of over 80 events each year. This global portfolio works closely with key stakeholders across the industry to facilitate pragmatic dialogue, serving as a platform for the latest discussions at the forefront of change.

For more information on dmg events, visit:  https://www.dmgevents.com/

About ENH (Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos)


ENH (Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos) is the Mozambican state entity responsible for research, prospecting, production and marketing of petroleum products and represents the State in petroleum operations.

Created in 1981, ENH has adjusted its corporate structure to the needs of the industry and the national and international market, establishing itself as a business group with the competence to participate in all oil operations and in the respective phases of research, exploration, production, refining, transportation, storage and marketing of hydrocarbons and their derivatives, including LNG and GTL, both within and outside the country.

Our performance as an integrated group and through the partnerships we have established in recent years, has allowed us to guarantee our core business, Upstream, with actions focused on research, development and production of Oil and Gas with the main objective of increasing the probabilities of discovery in the research phase and optimizing the recovery of resources in the production phase. At the downstream level, we continue the value chain of the hydrocarbons sector with the aim of diversifying and expanding the use of gas in Mozambique.

For more information on ENH (Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos), visit: https://www.enh.co.mz/

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