Mozambique Parliament Approves Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Laws to Strengthen Digital Governance

The Assembly of the Republic of Mozambique has approved two key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening the country’s digital governance framework: the Cyber Security Act and the Cybercrimes Act.

The newly approved Cyber Security Act is designed to equip the State with tools to address challenges in the information society, focusing on the protection of government institutions, citizens, and critical information infrastructure. It establishes a legal foundation for preventing cyber risks, coordinating responses to cyber incidents, and enhancing the resilience of both public and private sector entities that rely on digital systems.

Alongside this, the Cybercrimes Act introduces comprehensive legal provisions to address cyber-related offences. It defines criminal procedures, including mechanisms for international cooperation, and sets out guidelines for investigating cybercrime and collecting electronic evidence. The law applies broadly to individuals and organisations, both public and private, that use data communication networks and information systems.

Together, the two laws provide Mozambique with a more robust legal framework to combat cyber threats, protect digital infrastructure, and improve enforcement capabilities against illicit activities in cyberspace.

The legislation aligns the country with international best practices in cybersecurity and cybercrime, supporting the development of a safer and more reliable digital environment. It also marks a significant step forward in advancing Mozambique’s digital transformation agenda and strengthening trust among citizens, businesses, and institutions in the use of information and communication technologies.