Mozambique's adoption of Zero Trust security models has increased to 45%, reflecting growing awareness of cybersecurity threats. The total cybersecurity expenditure reached USD 45 million, emphasizing the country's commitment to enhancing digital defenses. Despite progress, 320 data breaches were reported in 2026, indicating ongoing vulnerabilities in the digital landscape.
Organizations are improving their threat detection capabilities, with an average breach detection time of 4.5 hours. The cybersecurity workforce size of 1,200 professionals highlights efforts to build local expertise. Continued investment and workforce development are crucial for Mozambique to strengthen its cybersecurity resilience amid increasing digital transformation.