Nampula and Niassa: Population of Nipepe in Niassa and Lalaúa in Nampula expect more investments with the inauguration of the bridge over the Lúrio River

 

The inauguration on September 18th of the new bridge over the Lúrio River, connecting the districts of Nipepe in Niassa and Lalaúa in Nampula, was enthusiastically received by the local population. The ceremony, which was attended by local authorities and government representatives, highlighted the importance of the infrastructure for the economic and social development of the region, under the direction of the President of the Republic, Filipe Nyusi.

However, residents of both districts expressed optimism about the bridge's potential to attract new investments. "This connection will facilitate the transport of goods and people, which is crucial for our local trade," said a community leader from Nipepe.

In addition to improving access to markets and services, the new bridge is seen as an opportunity to promote tourism and increase the circulation of people. "We are hopeful that with this infrastructure, businesses will want to invest here, bringing more jobs and income to our community," commented a businesswoman from Lalaúa.

Local authorities also emphasized that the bridge will not only improve mobility but also contribute to regional integration. With the expectation of new development projects, the population eagerly awaits the benefits that the new infrastructure can bring to their daily lives.

Mozambique's President Filipe Nyusi emphasized that the bridge puts an end to the suffering of the population in these districts, facilitating trade in a region that is potentially rich in agriculture. "This achievement is the culmination of our governance plan. With this bridge, we aim to stimulate commercial activity in these two districts and the surrounding areas," he said.

The infrastructure was built as part of corporate social responsibility by the Chinese company DH Mining Moviment, with financing of USD 15,000,000.00 (fifteen million US dollars), approximately MZN 950,000,000.00 (nine hundred fifty million meticais). The bridge is 300 meters long and 9.5 meters wide.

The bridge over the Lúrio River not only puts an end to the suffering of the population in the Lalaúa and Nipepe districts but will also facilitate the transportation of graphite, as the processing plant is under construction in the Nipepe district, Nyusi in Niassa. (AA)