China-Mozambique National Surgical Center Groundbreaking

On August 3-4, 2026, Mozambique and China held a groundbreaking ceremony in Maputo for the China-aided National Surgical Center Project. The facility, to be built within Maputo Central Hospital, will include a surgical center and two utility buildings totaling over 20,000 square meters. The eight-story building will house 14 operating rooms, a 19-bed intensive care unit, 456 inpatient beds, emergency and trauma services, imaging, laboratories, and a pharmacy. The project is financed by the Chinese government with an investment of approximately US$40.5 million and is expected to be completed within 24 months. Mozambican President Daniel Chapo and Chinese Ambassador Zheng Xuan attended the ceremony. Chapo emphasized the project's role in strengthening Mozambique's health sovereignty and reducing the need for citizens to seek treatment abroad. The project is part of broader bilateral cooperation, including medical teams, training, and equipment supply. A National Trauma Centre was also announced.