What is Mozambique's Electricity Law?

Due to the vital role renewable energy plays in Mozambique’s electrification goal, the Electricity Law has been in constant review since 2017 to ensure technological development and clear tariff mechanisms as well as business models.

How much solar energy does Mozambique have?

Mozambique has a potential solar energy yield estimated between 1,785 and 2,206 kWh/m2/year, resulting in a solar energy potential of 23,000GWh/year. In August 2019, the first grid-ready solar power station, the 40 megawatts Mocuba Solar Power Station, in Mocuba District, Zambezia Province, achieved commercial commissioning.

What is the price of electricity in Mozambique?

In Mozambique, the price of electricity is 0.127 U.S. Dollar per kWh for households and 0.080 U.S. Dollar for businesses. This includes all components of the electricity bill such as the cost of power, distribution, and taxes.

What is Mozambique's energy potential?

The centerpiece of Mozambique’s energy potential is the Cahora Bassa Dam on the upper Zambezi. Financed and constructed by an international consortium at the close of the colonial era, it was designed in cooperation with South Africa’s national power company to produce electricity largely for South Africa, not Mozambique.

Does Mozambique have access to electricity?

Energy access in Mozambique is limited, with significant disparities between rural and urban areas. Approximately 8% of the population in rural areas has access to electricity, compared to 72% in urban areas. Only 4% of the population has access to clean cooking solutions.

Which sector uses the most electricity in Mozambique?

Based on 2019 billing data from EDM, the on-grid electricity demand in Mozambique is the highest for domestic use (45%) followed by industries (37.3%) and commercial use (16%) . In 2021 The total electricity consumption was 3,584 GWh. The most consuming sector is domestic, followed by industry, and commerce .