As published by Mano Florian in the African Times
Mozambique’s National Assembly has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to fast-tracking the country’s energy transition by approving legislation and regulatory measures aimed at creating a stable and modern legal framework to attract sustainable investment in the energy sector.
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Speaking at the opening of the Parliamentary Leadership Seminar on Energy Transition and the Oil and Gas Economy in the SADC, taking place in Maputo on Tuesday and Wednesday, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hélder Injojo, stressed the country’s determination to respond to global climate change challenges.
“Fully aware of the global challenges posed by climate change and of our shared responsibilities, the country is committed to adopting legislative and policy measures that promote the use of clean energy, ensure energy efficiency, and guarantee a just and inclusive transition anchored in sustainable development,” said Injojo.
He noted that the recent COP28 summit in Dubai marked a turning point in the global climate agenda by establishing an ambitious roadmap for a worldwide transition to net-zero emissions energy systems by 2050.
“However, this challenge is particularly sensitive for countries in Southern Africa, where economies remain heavily reliant on hydrocarbons — energy sources that, while polluting, are still essential for job creation, economic growth, and tax revenue,” added Injojo, who was representing the Speaker of Parliament, Margarida Adamugi Talapa.
He emphasised the crucial role of parliaments in shaping the future of energy policy: “It is within these institutions that we must develop informed, assertive, and transparent public policies that reconcile the urgency of the climate crisis with our development priorities.”
“That is the strategic mission this seminar sets out to explore,” he continued, expressing hope that the event will deliver meaningful recommendations to enhance parliamentary diplomacy on energy and climate, particularly regarding fossil fuel governance, and foster visionary leadership ahead of COP30, set to take place in Belém do Pará, Brazil, in 2025.
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In his address, Injojo extended special thanks to the Institute for Multiparty Democracy (IMD) for its longstanding and productive partnership with Parliament.
“The IMD has proven to be a strategic ally in strengthening the role of Parliament, contributing significantly to deepening democratic culture in the country,” he said. “Its work — grounded in constructive dialogue, effective cooperation, and technical support — has been vital in reinforcing Parliament’s legislative, oversight, and representative functions, thereby promoting a more participatory, pluralistic, and resilient democracy in Mozambique.”
The three-day seminar in Maputo brings together representatives from national parliaments, the private sector, civil society, international organisations, and other key stakeholders. It offers a qualified and diverse platform for dialogue under the theme “Parliamentary Leadership, Energy Transition and the Oil and Gas Economy in the SADC.”
Among its objectives, the seminar aims to identify strategic priorities and propose concrete actions — rooted in regional cooperation — for a just, inclusive, and sustainable energy transition in the coal, oil, and gas sectors, which continue to play a vital role in SADC economies.
This article has been published in partnership with the African Times.
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