Mozambique records 4,318 deaths in road accidents over five years

Between 2021 and 2025, Mozambique recorded 4,318 road fatalities despite a 40.5% decrease in accidents. In 2025, there were 611 accidents, down from 687 in 2024, but fatalities rose slightly to 830. The average number of victims per ten accidents increased, indicating higher lethality. The police chief highlighted that road accidents cause more deaths than diseases in the country. Preliminary data for the first half of 2026 shows a decrease in accidents and fatalities compared to the same period in 2025. Mozambique has a road network of 30,616 kilometers, with tertiary roads making up the largest portion.