Mozambique’s National Communications Institute (INCM) has provided a computer room equipped with 31 internet-connected computers to a school in Inhambane Province, expanding access to digital learning resources for approximately 900 students.
The facility is the first computer room installed at the educational institution. It includes a 12-month internet subscription and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units to protect the equipment against fluctuations in electricity supply.
The internet network installed at the school is the second implemented by INCM at the institution as part of its digital inclusion initiatives, which support the government’s efforts to reduce the digital divide between communities.
Through its Internet in Schools project, implemented under the Universal Access Service Fund (FSAU), the regulator has connected 38 schools across Inhambane Province. The initiative also covers two digital libraries and nine digital squares.
As part of its wider connectivity expansion efforts, INCM, through the FSAU, installed seven mobile telephone stations this year in Homoíne-Sede, Quissico-Sede, Inharrime-Sede, Mahalamba, Zandamela-Sede, Chizapela and Lionzuane. The regulator also plans to install four additional stations.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Inhambane Province Governor Francisco Pagula highlighted the importance of helping students identify and select content relevant to their learning. He encouraged them to use the computers and internet resources to expand their knowledge and prepare for future challenges.
Pagula also urged students to use social media responsibly, warning about the potential consequences of inappropriate use. He said the computer room would give students access to learning resources comparable to those available in major cities and encouraged teachers to use the facility to improve lesson planning and teaching quality.
INCM Chairperson Helena Fernandes said regulating the communications sector also involves ensuring that the benefits of technology reach people and communities, creating opportunities and promoting inclusive development.
The computer room forms part of INCM’s Social Responsibility Policy and its commitment to supporting communities hosting meetings of its Advisory Board. Inhambane Province hosted the board’s meeting in 2025, during which the regulator committed to providing the equipment. The installation fulfils that commitment.
