The extractive sector in Mozambique has been a significant source of revenue for the State and is currently one of the main areas driving economic growth. In 2023, the country recorded growth of 5.0%, in comparison with 4.4% in 2022, which was driven by the extractive industries, tourism, agriculture, transport, and communications, among others.
The extractive industry has caused social, economic and environmental impacts on the host communities which call into question their socio-environmental integrity. Due to the high level of dissatisfaction, the communities have denounced the irregularities which the company Haiyu has been causing. These irregularities have adverse consequences for the welfare of communities, and for the climate and the health of the affected eco-systems. This reality intensifies social inequalities, increases poverty, and causes distrust of government institutions by the local population.
