Mozambique telecom regulator INCM holds discussions with Angola’s INACOM during working visit

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Mozambique (INCM) has reinforced its institutional collaboration with the Angolan Communications Institute (INACOM) following a two-day working visit held from February 16 to 17, 2026.

The engagement, hosted by INCM, forms part of ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation in communications regulation and promote knowledge exchange between Mozambique and Angola. The meeting was led by the Chairpersons of the Boards of Directors of both institutions, Helena Fernandes of INCM and Joaquim Domingos Muhongo of INACOM, alongside senior strategic managers.

Proceedings on the first day centered on presentations by both regulators outlining their institutional mandates, strategic priorities, regulatory reforms, and sectoral challenges within an increasingly digitalized communications landscape.

As part of the technical agenda, the INACOM delegation toured INCM’s operational facilities, facilitating detailed discussions on telecommunications traffic control, startup incubation initiatives, roaming frameworks, pricing regulation, and satellite services oversight.

Speaking during the visit, INCM Chairwoman Helena Fernandes underscored several critical challenges facing Mozambique’s communications sector. These include expanding telecommunications infrastructure to achieve universal population coverage, broadening digital television reach, enhancing the security and resilience of networks, regulating emerging technologies, implementing a national postal addressing system, and promoting access to affordable communication devices.

Satellite services featured prominently in the discussions, with Angola’s operational experience providing a focal point. Angola’s Angosat-2 satellite, launched in 2022, was highlighted as a valuable reference for Mozambique’s evolving satellite regulatory framework.

INACOM Chairman Joaquim Domingos Muhongo shared insights into the management of Angosat-2 services, emphasizing sustainability strategies, licensing mechanisms, and initiatives designed to support small-scale providers and startups. He noted that while the satellite initially prioritized state institutions, services are now progressively expanding into commercial markets.

Both regulators reaffirmed a shared commitment to fostering modern, efficient, and innovation-driven regulatory environments capable of supporting technological advancement, protecting consumers, and ensuring sustainable competition.

The final day of the visit is expected to focus on digital transformation initiatives, service quality management, equipment certification, and radio spectrum monitoring—areas identified as central to strengthening regulatory effectiveness amid rapid technological change.