Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has called for the urgent scheduling of legislative proposals aimed at reforming the country’s provincial governance framework.
According to a statement from the Presidency, the proposed changes focus on revising how decentralized provincial government bodies operate, as well as redefining the legal framework for state representation at the provincial level in Mozambique.
The reforms are part of a broader commitment made by Chapo during his inauguration, seeking to restructure provincial governance by clearly separating the roles and responsibilities of decentralized authorities and state representatives. The revisions target laws in force since 2019 that regulate the organization, competencies, and functioning of these bodies.
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A key measure included in the proposals is the elimination of eight provincial services currently integrated into the State Representation Council. The government argues that this move will streamline administration and reduce public spending.
Officials estimate annual savings of around 1.25 billion meticais (approximately €16.7 million), funds that could be redirected toward building and equipping essential socio-economic infrastructure across the country.
The initiative also aligns with Mozambique’s broader strategy to reduce its public wage bill and improve long-term fiscal sustainability.
