ThinkLab Incubators Begin Training Under INCM’s National Startup Support Program

The Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM)  has launched the first phase of technical training for the inaugural group of ThinkLab incubators, marking a significant step in its national incubation project aimed at supporting startups and entrepreneurs in Mozambique. The initiative is designed to integrate emerging innovators into the country’s communications ecosystem and strengthen their capacity to develop technology-driven solutions aligned with regulatory and market needs.

The training program opened with two sessions focused on digital innovation, regulatory frameworks, compliance, and the use of sector statistics for strategic planning.

The first session, held on Thursday, December 11, was delivered by Mohamed Ba, Senior Coordinator for Digital Innovation Ecosystems at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Ba provided an overview of the role of incubators within the broader digital transformation and regulatory ecosystem. He also outlined global trends, key regulatory considerations, and critical success factors for sustaining early-stage technological initiatives.

On Friday, December 12, the second session was led by Ana Priscila, Head of the Department of Studies and Statistics at INCM. Her session focused on the structure, sources, processing, and application of statistical data in the communications sector. The training provided incubators with insights into the importance of sector indicators for analysis, monitoring, and informed decision-making.

The ThinkLab training is being delivered in a hybrid format—both in person and online—allowing participation from incubators based outside Maputo and ensuring inclusivity throughout the program. The initiative is part of INCM’s broader effort to strengthen Mozambique’s digital innovation landscape and support the growth of locally driven technology solutions.