Mozambique strengthens energy independence through local LPG production
28.11.2025 / 14:11 | Aktualizováno: 28.11.2025 / 15:23
Mozambique has achieved a historic milestone with Sasol’s successful experimental loading of the first batch of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) at the newly commissioned Integrated Processing Facility (IPF) in Inhassoro, Inhambane Province. This development marks a turning point in the country’s energy landscape, positioning Mozambique among the few African nations capable of locally processing their hydrocarbons. The facility, developed under the Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) between Sasol and the Government of Mozambique, can produce up to 30,000 tonnes of LPG annually, reducing imports by approximately 70% and ensuring a more secure, affordable, and sustainable energy supply for domestic consumption.
The project is a tangible reflection of Mozambique’s commitment to energy self-sufficiency and industrial growth, underpinned by public–private collaboration with Sasol and the National Hydrocarbons Company (ENH).
Positive impacts
The commissioning of the IPF not only reinforces Mozambique’s downstream energy infrastructure but also strengthens its capacity to monetize natural gas and diversify its energy mix. The production of LPG, light oil, and natural gas for power generation at the Temane Thermal Power Plant enhances local value creation and industrial development. This milestone demonstrates a strategic shift from raw resource exportation to value-added domestic processing— an essential component for sustainable economic growth. As Mozambique advances its integration into regional energy markets, it will increasingly require technological support in refining systems, gas storage, energy efficiency, and distribution logistics, presenting fertile ground for new partnerships.
Opportunities for Infrastructure Development and Technology Transfer
Mozambique’s growing energy processing capabilities also create substantial demand for modern infrastructure to support safe, efficient, and scalable LPG distribution. As production at the Inhassoro IPF expands, the need for advanced storage facilities, pipeline modernization, digital monitoring systems, and resilient transportation networks will rise. This presents an important opening for international partners with proven engineering and technology-transfer expertise. By integrating smart infrastructure solutions—such as automated safety systems, leak detection technologies, and optimized supply-chain logistics—the country can further strengthen the reliability of its domestic energy market and accelerate broader industrialization efforts.
Potential for the Czech companies
For Czech companies, this transition opens multiple avenues of engagement. Czech expertise in industrial automation, clean gas technologies, and process optimization can complement Mozambique’s expanding oil and gas infrastructure. Firms specializing in refinery control systems, renewable gas solutions, environmental management, and vocational training could collaborate under existing EU and bilateral frameworks. This collaboration between the Czech Republic and Mozambique is not just about technological advancement; it is about building a sustainable and prosperous future together. By combining Czech innovation with Mozambique’s growing industrial potential, both nations can become partners in shaping a cleaner, more resilient, and forward-looking energy landscape that drives inclusive growth for generations to come.
Author: Amogelang Segole, Industry and Trade Specialist