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Startup Capital Needed in Mozambique for Micro Business

By on December 22, 2004 in Ideas

I get the most interesting emails from entrepreneurs all over the world.

Antonio Tauzene wrote:

I’m a 44years old Mozambican looking for some help to start my business. Based in Maputo, I know that with a 15-seater mini-bus, I can make an average income of a million Meticais/day, which is about US$50. This is very little by european standards, but not by african ones.

A second-hand mini-bus able to run for plus minus 6 months can cost me 75million Meticais, approximatelly US$3.500. If I can manage to bring home US$50/day, I would need 70 working days to pay back US$3.500. Seventy working days is about 3 months. Bearing in mind that the vehicle would last 6 months, the other 3 months would be used to buy another mini-bus, and I would be on my own. I would have become a businessman in the transport field. A golden mine for Africa, because most people in Africa don’t own personal vehicle.

Mr Carlson, How do you think about this “poor” idea of mine? Do you think you could sell it to some interested party(ies)?

The CIA World Factbook reports that the climate in Mozambique is improving and that “olitical stability and sound economic policies have encouraged recent foreign investment.”

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Business Opportunities Weblog editor and publisher Dane Carlson lives in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, just 15 miles from Yosemite National Park. He accidentally became a professional blogger in 2001. He has added 12,203 posts to the site.

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  • http://growandprosper.blogspot.com/ MJW

    So many people in Mozambique want to start their own business. Not out of want but out of necessity. The current problem is that any type of successful market is saturated quickly. What Antonio is describing here is running a “chappa” and there are defintely no shortage of those in Mozambique!

  • DEPORIS MASITERA

    I am a male Zimbabwean based in Harare. I would like to partner up with a reliable business mocambican business partner based in Tete or Chimoio to supply new and used Polywoven bags: size 50 and 90 litre. Will provide the transport. Please may i have your offers

  • Christine

    I’m moving to Mozambique next year and I would like to be self employed. Is there any franchises that can be taken over or is there any one with a good business idea that we can start? What kind of farming will be sucsessfull?

  • http://www.soaresdacosta.pt Andre Vilas-Boas

    Would like to develop this subject

  • http://na crown capital

    we able to give you leads to financing your start up business, please contact us at investordirectory@yahoo.com
    for more details

  • idah mwapaura

    I am a Zimbabwean interested in buying hardwood from Mozambique. Would like to be supplied with details of potential suppliers of this product. Please get hold of me urgently as I am planning to start doing business as soon as I get a reliable supplier.

  • Fennela Goldsmith

    I want to open up a gearbox business in mozambique. Who can give me more information regarding this? Like this site.

  • Bernadine

    I am moving to Inhambane (30kms from Tofu) in the next year. I would like to teach locals English or new comers Portaguese as a business. Anyone out there know if this is a viable idea?
    Then another question: Is there a need for a Montessori pre-school in that area?

  • Muhammad

    Im interested in exporting beef cuts to mozambique,how is the market?

  • SJ

    Hi I am working in a graphic deisgning firm in Dubai, wanted to move to Maputo and start my own Graphic interchange business which include website designing, branding and other print media interface. Please suggest me how much capital would required and will this be an effective business?

  • http://www.mariquele-events.co.mz Aderito Mariquele

    I’m creating a company witch will assist people whowants to come and invest in Mozambique, this company will be abble to do all the paper work to register. Planing also to do charity helping poor childrens who goes to school without nothing to eat providing them a litle lunch.

    http://www.mariquele-events.co.mz

  • Etienne Terblanche

    i would like to trade in mozambique ,i have a enormas network of contact in sa and could sorce anything contact me on +27826797072

  • http://www.mariquele-events.co.mz Aderito Mariquele

    Dear Etienne, hope you are well, my name is aderito, and i worked with your sister Ronelle in Catembe, now i’m working allone i created a company witch assist people like you from outside and want’s to invest in Mozambique.

    Please, dont hesitate to contact me for any clarification.
    +258 84 3006002
    Best Regards

  • Etienne Terblanche

    Thank you for the speedy reply i got from this site, i would like to invite anybody from Mozambique to contact me with the view on starting a new business. All ideas are welcome . Contact me at gpselect@vodamail.co.za OR +27826797072

  • O2

    I’m interested in establishing the following businesses in Maputo; outlets for the sale of new & 2nd hand car & truck tyres, & auto accesories; outlets for the sale of groceries; outlets for the sale of cellular phones & phone accessories. I’m a Nigerian currently living & doing business in Lilongwe, Malawi & I’m looking to invest in Maputo, Mozambique. Please can anyone provide me with a professional & genuine feasibility assessment report on these businesses?

  • bruno

    WE ARE LOOKING FOR SERIOUS GOLD MINE INVESTOR TO INVEST GOLD MINE IN MOZAMBIQUE. THE AREA COMPRISES OF GOLD, NATURAL COAL AND OTHER MINERALS.ALL LOCAL PERMITS AND NECESSARY DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED AND READY TO EXPLORE. ONLY SERIOUS
    email: gunda_pound@hotmail.com

  • http://LEPHOI@HOTMAIL.COM ELLEN

    I WOULD LIKE TO OPEN A BAKERY IN MAPUTO. IM CURRENTLY RUNNING A SUCCESFUL BAKERY HERE IN SOUTH AFRICA. CAN YOU PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF IT IS A GOOD IDEA.

  • M.Dalmem

    Dear sir/madams
    We provide assistance in business star up,legalization, partnership as well as all the matters related to do business in Mozambique,if interested please send an email to mdalmem@gmail.com

  • http://nonyet kenneth ahonsi

    i want to start a small business in communication, eg phones, phone accessories. I do not have good capital to start. Please i need your advice.

  • Anthony Gomes

    Dear Sir.
    I,M in europe with a business of WOOD CHARCOAL, My intentions would be to move to mozambique and start a new adventure in this area… I,M full knowledge about European markets, and what should be done to add extra cash flow on a finished product.
    I will have enough Capital to start and mantain the business for a long time without help from the banking system.
    MAIN QUESTION: what the present law says about exporting such a product ( this is my question mark )
    would you find out for me, about the present law and answer me back as your convenience.

    Kind regards
    Tony

  • M.Dalmem

    Dear Anthony Gomes
    Please write directly to my e-mail so that you we can better discuss about your business.My address is mdalmem@gmail.com
    Regards,
    Mario Dalmem

  • muhammed

    I AM INTRESTED IN MANUFACTURING FURNITURE IN MOZAMBIQUE. CAN ANYONE HELP.

  • muhammed

    I AM INTRESTED IN MANUFACTURING FURNITURE IN MOZAMBIQUE. CAN ANYONE HELP.NEW MESSAGE

  • M.Dalmem

    Please write me at mdalmem@gmail.com for more detailed information regarding your interest to manufacturing forniture in Mozambique
    Regards

  • George Zanpantis

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  • Z Pretorius

    my family love mozambique. We would love to pack-up(South Africa) and move to mozambique. We only have a problem of an income. We both in our 30. we have noticed that mozambique need farms(meat) and proper shops(food ect). We want to Inhambane or more north. Any idea what/how we can start something with small start up cost?

  • M.Dalmem

    Hi Pretorius
    If you like I can provide with some information regarding set up a business in Mozambique.I am from Mozambique.You can writte to my email.
    M.Dalmem

  • adri

    I would like to start a woodworking ( kitchen bedroom cupboards etc in moz
    any help or idees where to start and if there is a potential

  • http://www.mariquele-events.co.mz Adérito Mariquele

    Dear all, hope you guys are well.
    I´ve got a web site from were i get my clients, whom wants to start business in Mozambique, but the details there are not up to date.
    So please whom wants assistance to start there business here in Mozambique can please phone me direct to +258 84 5638852, or else send me an mail to mariquele.business@gmail.com

    My web site is http://www.mariquele-events.co.mz
    Regards

  • clive

    I AM INTERESTED IN SETTING UP A BROILER/CHICKEN FARM IN MOZAMBIQUE, BUT NEED 25 HECTARES OF AGRICULTURAL LAND.WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE PLEASE. TRIED TO CONTACT CIP OFFICES BUT NO RESPONSE. ALSO HAVE EXPERIENCE IN BAKERY INDUSTRY, WOULD LIKE TO JOINT VENTURE WITH MOZAMBIQUE PERSON AND OPEN BAKERY. KINDLY CONTACT vcexports@webmail.co.za or +27 8444 26 936

  • clive

    ANYONE INTERESTED IN A “MOBILE OFFICE ” CONCEPT TO SERVE RURAL RURAL AREAS AND INACCESSIBLE AREAS CONTACT US. UNIT BEING BUILD AND EQUIPT WITH INTERNET,FAX,COPY, FACILITIES.IDEAL FOR CONSTRUCTION SITES AND AREAS WHERE THERE IS NO SUCH FACILITIES.OFFERS TO RENT OR BUY CLOSE JUNE 2010.CONTACT vcexports@webmail.co.za

  • clive

    Muhammed
    You can reach me on email vcexports@webmail.co.za for info on exports to Mozambique.

  • Need to become a manager

    As I have got experience in telecoms or some other services such as Rf, Electrical works (AC/DC), rectifiers, BTS, Transmission. Also I can work in others. I suggest for you to invest in this Country, as the environment is quit and also the crime is not to high and also Mozambique is still a growing up I will be available to represent any other business or contracts which you will run lin this Country starting for registration in the government and anything which you will need.
    My dream is to start a small Company or Business or to represent some contracts or others. The only problem is how to start running the Projects, because of funds and works to do. About Dimonds and other businesses we can start with that when we will formalize our conversation. After you agree with everything which we will talk about I will start to create new relation ships and I will get in the business market looking for new and good oportunities as we will need to grow up in all ways. I need to hear from you as soon as you receive my e-mail
    Some people still invite me but sometimes not in serious ways.
    I live in Maputo Region – Mozambique.
    If interested or know someone please give a reply.

    I am available 24 hours on
    Contact: Cellphone: +258827247371
    or: dbuinia@gmail.com

  • Partha Saha

    Hello Everyone!!!!!!!!
    Greetings!!

    I am here in Tanzania(East Africa) working with a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company. I would like to open a business of pharmaceuticals (wholesale/Retail) in Mozambique. My question is can anyone interested get back to me with the complete investment details, registration guidelines, present market scenario and viability of this business.

    Also i would like to have an assistance in the process of Business Permit and other visa formalities.

    Anyone interested can call me on +255 715972888.

  • Zelda

    We just visited Mozambique again. There is a stand availeble on the beach. we want to develope it into a small resort. We have friends and family that is intersted. But now we need a business plan ie the cost. Where can I get prices on building, electricity, water ect ? You see nobody will give money if there is no Cost attached to build a resort. We are looking at 10 Challets in Inhambane Area. If there is anybody that can assist. Thanks Zelda

  • alberto Bola

    Dear Zelda
    we are a portuguese company that has just moved to mozambique-MARRAQUENE and our mane business is construction, (we are now busy building 2 wearhouses in a industrial area in MARRAQUENE
    inside the same company we have a small carpentry shop witch we considered really helpfull in construction business

    if you have an idea or a drawing of what you would like to build and precise location we would be very pleased in present you a proposal

    loking forwaqrd for your feed back

    please reach me on my email

  • http://www.e-pemba.com Leonel Carlos

    If you need help to invest in Mozambique, contact us.
    Leonel Carlos
    Best regards

  • marti

    Me and my family love mozambique. We would love to pack-up(Portugal) and move to mozambique. We only
    have a problem of an income. We both in our 40 we have noticed that mozambique need farms(meat)
    and proper shops(food ect). We want to Inhambane or more north. Any idea what/how we can start
    something with small start up cost?

    e-mail: Martipc@gmail.com

    Thank you.

  • marti

    I am Portuguese and liked to invest in Mozambique in the area of meat production, Beef or Pork or agricultural area, is in the Production of cereals and other products where there is lack of production.

    I’m a registered member in MOZAMBIQUE TODAY which get information almost daily, but I miss information in these areas.

    I know it from outside Mozambique many of these products and would like to assist in reducing this dependence on foreign as well as provide better living conditions for Mozambicans.

    I’m just a drop in the ocean, but many drops can alter the course of a country to improve its development at all levels …

    Where to invest up to 4.5 million MT in Mozambique?

    Where to get information, documentation support etc..

    What is in Mozambican law that allows land rent to these practices.
    What is the best province for this type of investment in terms of needs and climate?
    How to get people to collaborate in these areas and what the average monthly payments?

    If this is not the most appropriate channel for this type of question, I request that I be offered the most appropriate service to address these issues

    Thank you in advance.

    Thanks

  • Barnett Warwick

    Hello,

    Are you in need of business start up?or need funds to start a business.We are currently giving out loans to people trying to start up a small or large business.We can be reached vai email at:thediversefinancecompany11@yahoo.co.uk

    Contact Us today if you need any business funding.

  • http://WWW.TREE-CARE.CO.ZA ERNST

    WHO CAN ASSIST ?.
    I AM SOUTH AFRICAN BORN AND CURRENTLY RUNNING A LUCRATIVE BUSINESS SA . I AM INTERESTED IN PROPERTY AROUND THE MASSENGIR DAM FOR FARMING . I CURRENTLY OWN A CATTLE AND GAME FARM AND WILL BE SELLING THIS TO MOVE TO MOZ. I NEED A MINIMUM OF 5000 HECTARES TO MAKE A LIVING . I BELIEVE ONE CAN NOT BUY PROPERTY , BUT WOULD BE ABLE TO LEASE PROPERTY ON A 50/99 YEAR PERIOD IN MOZ. PLEASE ADVISE .

  • http://www.makebusinessmoz.com Adérito Mariquele

    Hi, contact me will follow up.

    Regards
    Adérito Mariquele
    +258845638852
    http://www.makebusinessmoz.com
    mariquele@makebusinessmoz.com

  • lee

    we are looking forward to moving to maputo, any information on rental property and the best place to live in.

  • http://www.makebusinessmoz.com Adérito Mariquele

    Can contact me Sr. i will follow up.

    mariquele@makebusinessmoz.com

  • lee

    pls check your mail Aderito. thanx for the prompt response

  • Adrian

    Hi there
    If anybody needs products from Cape Town please feel free to contact me.
    adevries@telkomsa.net

  • ELIZE

    I want to know wat business or what can we supply to mozambique we want to start a business in mozambique and what do we need

  • http://www.driche.com Derrick

    We are a company in Singapore interested to export healthcare products to Mozambique. If anyone interested, please contact me .

  • http://www.makebusinessmoz.com Aderito Mariquele

    Hi Derrick, hope you are well, feel free to contact me i can assist you.

    mariquele.business@gmail.com
    +258845638852

  • raj

    hi i would like to know that what is neccesery documents are required to open new shop in mozambique……..is anybody know plz reply me on my mail id rajlove_someone@yahoo.com

  • Michael

    We are Business agents, we offer wholesale services, clearing services, consultations, import and export and coal mining and exploration.

  • Michael

    We are Business agents, we offer wholesale services, clearing services, consultations, import and export and coal mining and exploration.
    please feel free to contact us for further info. hugos_int@yahoo.com
    thank you.

  • paulos Michael

    I would be interested if that includes foreign nationals as well. contact me on paulosmichael@yahoo.com

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