Mozambique/Society

Society in Mozambique

An overview of key social indicators. Select a category for detailed trends, charts, and insights.

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Demographics

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Population
33.6M(2023)
Population Growth
3%(2023)
Fertility Rate
4.76(2023)
Death Rate
7.0 per 1k(2023)
Net Migration
-38.9K(2024)

Public Health

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Life Expectancy
63.6 years(2023)
Under-5 Mortality
61.7 per 1k(2023)
Maternal Mortality
99 per 100k(2023)
Health Expenditure (as share of GDP)
8.8%(2022)

Education & Human Capital

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Literacy Rate
60%(2020)
Primary Enrollment
93.9%(2018)
Secondary Enrollment
37.9%(2022)
Tertiary Enrollment
7.3(2019)
Education Expenditure (as share of GDP)
6.2%(2022)

Living Standards & Connectivity

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Internet Users
19.8%(2023)
Access to Electricity
36%(2023)
Access to Basic Drinking Water
63.2%(2022)
Urban Population
13M(2023)
Rural Population
20.6M(2023)

Current Snapshot Overview

A summary of key social and demographic indicators for Mozambique

  • Mozambique has an estimated population of 33.6M
    2023
    The nation is experiencing rapid demographic expansion with an annual growth rate of 3.0%
    2023
    , indicative of a dynamic and youthful population structure and potential for a significant demographic dividend. The elevated fertility rate of 4.8 births per woman
    2023
    contributes to a young population, presenting both opportunities for future growth and demands on educational and health services. Net emigration of approximately 39K individuals annually (or 1.2 per 1,000 inhabitants)
    2024
    adds pressure to demographic transitions and workforce sustainability.
  • Regarding public health, The notably low life expectancy of 63.6 years
    2023
    underscores critical public health challenges that necessitate urgent and comprehensive interventions. Concurrently, Healthcare delivery faces significant systemic challenges, as evidenced by elevated child mortality (under 5 years) (61.7 per 1,000 live births
    2023
    and maternal mortality (99 per 100,000 live births
    2023
    ) rates, suggesting areas for critical intervention and resource allocation. These outcomes are supported by a moderate commitment to health system development, with 8.8% of GDP directed to healthcare expenditure
    2022
    .
  • Basic literacy development shows promise at 60%
    2020
    , but substantial and targeted investment is required to expand educational access and improve outcomes comprehensively. Complementing this, while primary education reaches 94% of children
    2018
    , secondary enrollment at 38%
    2022
    suggests significant attrition challenges that may hinder higher skill development and future economic potential. This educational framework is supported by robust public investment, with 6.2% of GDP dedicated to education spending
    2022
    , underscoring a strong commitment to human capital development.
  • In terms of infrastructure and connectivity, the primarily rural population distribution (61% rural population
    2023
    ) presents distinct challenges for universal infrastructure provision, service access, and economic modernization. Furthermore, critical infrastructure gaps are evident, with electricity access at 36%
    2023
    and internet penetration at 20%
    2023
    severely limiting economic potential, hindering social development, and impeding digital integration.

Key Development Insights

Population Dynamics

A youthful, rapidly growing population presents a "demographic dividend" opportunity if met with sufficient investment in jobs and services.

Public Health System

Public health outcomes are a core indicator of national development and quality of life. Access to healthcare is essential for sustainable growth.

Human Capital Formation

Improving foundational literacy and secondary school completion is a critical priority for unlocking future economic potential.

Infrastructure & Connectivity

Expanding access to basic infrastructure, particularly electricity, remains a key bottleneck for broad-based development.

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