Lilongwe — Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo will make a state visit to Eswatini on Monday, June 9, 2025, following a working visit to Malawi that began on Friday, June 6.
During his two-day visit to Malawi, Chapo and his counterpart, President Lazarus Chakwera, signed three bilateral agreements aimed at boosting cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. The deals cover areas including mineral resources, energy, transport, fisheries, and water management.
Chapo described the visit as a chance to deepen ties based on friendship, solidarity, and economic development. He acknowledged Malawi’s support in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM), particularly in the fight against Islamist insurgency in the northern province of Cabo Delgado.
The Mozambican leader also raised concerns about climate change impacts, referencing three cyclones—Chido, Dikeledi, and Jude—that hit Mozambique between December and March. He called for regional unity to build more resilient infrastructure to face these challenges.
In talks with Malawian business leaders, Chapo urged the removal of barriers to investment and promoted public-private partnerships to attract both domestic and foreign investors. One key project announced was the creation of a “one stop” border post to ease cross-border trade.
President Chakwera welcomed the visit as historic, emphasizing the shared values and cultural links between the two nations. Chapo invited Chakwera to attend Mozambique’s 50th independence anniversary celebrations in Maputo on June 25.
The two leaders also discussed plans to improve transport connectivity, including direct flights between Malawi and Mozambican cities like Tete and Nampula, aimed at fostering business and mobility.
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