The Assembly of the Republic of Mozambique has passed two landmark Bills, the Cybersecurity Law and the Cybercrime Law, to strengthen digital governance.
The National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies (INTIC) said the new legal framework provides the government with tools to safeguard critical information infrastructure.
The legislation is designed to prevent digital threats and empower authorities to act against illicit online activities, according to Intic, the primary ICT regulator in Mozambique.
The Cybercrime Law establishes criminal provisions and procedural rules, including mechanisms for international cooperation. The legislation governs the investigation of cyber offences and the collection of electronic evidence, applying to all individuals and entities using data networks across the country.
Mozambique is one of many African states grappling with a rising tide of digital threats. It recorded 173 770 cyberattacks in 2024, leading to 1 061 criminal cases, up from 912 the previous year.
The trend is continuing, with 36 330 attacks registered in the first half of 2025 alone, according to data from the Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation.
“These legal instruments align Mozambique with international best practices. By combating cybercrime, we are contributing to a safer, more reliable digital environment that is conducive to the development of our digital economy, the regulator said.
INTIC went on to say the approval of these laws marks a decisive step in the digital transformation of the country, aimed at bolstering the confidence of citizens and businesses in using communication technologies.
The Cybersecurity Law equips the state to navigate the challenges of a modern information society, prioritising the protection of citizens and information systems, said INTIC.
Mozambique’s move follows similar legislative updates in the Southern African Development Community region, as neighbouring countries like SA and Zimbabwe have recently tightened their electronic communications and cybersecurity frameworks to address cross-border digital fraud.
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