Mozambique has significantly reduced deaths caused by Tuberculosis, but the illness still claims around 14,000 lives annually, according to official data released today.
In 2025, the country recorded about 106,325 tuberculosis cases nationwide. The highest number of diagnoses was reported in the provinces of Nampula and Zambézia, although the disease burden remains particularly high in southern provinces such as Inhambane and Gaza.
According to World Health Organization data, Mozambique has achieved a 41% reduction in tuberculosis-related deaths compared to 2015, when nearly 40,000 deaths were recorded.
Health officials attribute this progress to efforts to modernize the healthcare system, improve early detection, and ensure timely treatment. However, major challenges remain, including treatment resistance and the social stigma associated with the disease.
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Misconceptions persist in some communities, where tuberculosis is linked to cultural myths, discouraging people from seeking medical care.
Ussene Isse, the country’s health minister, emphasized that tackling tuberculosis requires a collective effort, particularly from healthcare professionals on the front lines.
Mozambique remains among the ten countries most affected by tuberculosis, including cases linked to HIV and multidrug-resistant strains.
Despite treatment success rates exceeding 90%, authorities warn that many cases still go undiagnosed. The ADPP estimates that around 17,400 people with tuberculosis remain undiagnosed each year, highlighting ongoing barriers to healthcare access.
