Austrian Development Agency (Mozambique)

Austria supports Mozambique in reducing poverty not only at national level, but also at provincial level particularly in Sofala, a focus area of Austria. Improved food security through sustainable agricultural production as well as rural water supply and sanitation constitute the focus of the cooperation. Austria has supported Mozambique with direct funds to the Ministry of Agriculture, thus helping to ensure sustainable and inclusive development in particularly disadvantaged regions. Based on a nexus of sustainable water usage and renewable energy, small farmers in Sofala, for instance, are familiarised with climate-resilient farming practices and new technologies to produce more effectively, profitably and ecologically. In order to promote their economic independence as farmers, women are particularly supported.

In addition, ADA addresses the urgently needed installation and expansion of drinking water and sanitation facilities in rural Mozambique. ADA co-finances a broad initiative by the European Union to further develop democratic structures in Mozambique.