# Digital transformation in Mozambique higher education

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/digital-transformation-in-mozambique-higher-education
> Updated: 2026-08-28T17:35:53.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Discussions regarding digital transformation in Mozambican higher education have focused on moving beyond administrative digitization toward fundamental systemic change.

At Eduardo Mondlane University, Professor David Lamas noted that digital transformation should reshape teaching, research, and societal relationships within the university ecosystem. Following this, President Daniel Chapo called on academic institutions to act as ‘problem solvers’ for the nation. He urged universities to utilize artificial intelligence and digital solutions to address critical sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure, to drive economic independence and sustainable development.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Daniel Chapo calls for university-led digital transformation in Mozambique

President Daniel Chapo has challenged Mozambican universities to lead digital transformation and use AI to solve national challenges in agriculture, energy, and infrastructure to achieve economic independence.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daniel-chapo-calls-for-university-led-digital-transformation-in-mozambique

### 2026-08-25: Eduardo Mondlane University hosts lecture on digital transformation in education

Professor David Lamas advocates for a holistic digital transformation at universities, focusing on teaching and research rather than just digitizing administrative processes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eduardo-mondlane-university-hosts-lecture-on-digital-transformation-in-education

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