The Mozambican government has launched the “Transformar” project in Cahora Bassa, Tete Province (central Mozambique), to promote sustainable development and improve local livelihoods. Officially inaugurated by President Daniel Chapo, the initiative is financed by Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB) and marks a strategic step in advancing regional development.
The project includes various infrastructure investments, including a new residential area, a photovoltaic plant for clean energy, and improved water systems. It also promotes food security and income generation through greenhouses, poultry and dairy farms, livestock facilities, and processing units for meat and grains. These initiatives strengthen local agriculture, enhance value chains, and improve nutrition and incomes. A new access road was also inaugurated to boost transport, connectivity, and the movement of goods and people, reinforcing economic regional integration.
The launch coincided with HCB’s 50th anniversary, underlining the company’s evolving role in Mozambique’s development beyond electricity generation. President Chapo emphasized the government’s dedication to participatory and community-centered governance, ensuring that initiatives respond directly to local needs. “Transformar” represents a model for leveraging local resources to foster economic resilience and community empowerment. With its focus on clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and infrastructure, the project aligns with green economy principles and national development goals. It positions Tete Province as a growing hub for inclusive, low-carbon, and locally driven development.
