INTIC and Vodacom Partner to Boost Data Privacy Education in Mozambican Schools

The National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies (INTIC)  and Vodacom Mozambique  have signed a memorandum of understanding to implement a Privacy and Data Protection Literacy Programme in schools across Mozambique. The agreement was signed on June 24, 2026, at Josina Machel Secondary School in Maputo.

The partnership aims to strengthen digital education among students by promoting awareness of privacy, digital security, and the responsible use of information and communication technologies. The initiative forms part of ongoing efforts by both institutions to enhance the protection of personal data and privacy among users of telecommunications services.

The memorandum was signed by Julia Tembe, Executive Director for Legal, Risk and Compliance at Vodacom Mozambique, and Lourino Chemane, President of the Board of Directors of INTIC. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the two institutions in delivering educational activities related to data protection and online safety.

The programme seeks to provide students with basic knowledge of personal data protection, encourage safe use of the internet and social media platforms, and address digital literacy gaps within schools. It will also educate learners on the risks associated with social engineering, phishing, smishing, and other forms of online fraud.

As part of the partnership, INTIC will provide specialists in areas including personal data protection, digital law, online sexual abuse, and emerging digital risks. These experts will support training activities and strengthen the technical and educational components of the programme.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, INTIC President Lourino Chemane emphasized the importance of preparing young people for the digital age. He said the initiative would help students develop a culture of digital responsibility and enable them to make informed and secure decisions online.

Chemane noted that students would gain knowledge on topics such as digital privacy, secure password creation, cyberbullying, online grooming, cyber sexual abuse, online dating scams, and other threats that are becoming increasingly common in digital environments.

“The digital world offers countless opportunities, but also significant challenges. Therefore, education and awareness continue to be our best prevention tools.”

– Lourino Chemane, President, INTIC

The Privacy and Data Protection Literacy Programme is expected to expand gradually to other provinces, allowing more students across the country to access essential digital safety knowledge. According to INTIC, the expansion will contribute to building a national culture of digital security and support Mozambique’s ongoing digital transformation efforts in a secure, inclusive, and sustainable manner.