The Mozambique Internet Exchange (MOZIX) has launched a new point of presence (PoP) at Digital Realty’s MPM1 data centre in Maputo, enhancing local interconnection capabilities and strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure.
This development aims to improve traffic exchange within Mozambique by enabling local networks to peer more efficiently, reducing latency, and lowering internet costs by keeping data domestic.
Currently, MOZIX is Mozambique’s only internet exchange point (IXP), supporting over 150 Gbps of peak traffic across 19 peering members.
“With traffic peaking at over 150 Gbps and 19 active peering members, our expansion into Digital Realty’s MPM1 data centre allows us to further our mission of enhancing network efficiency and resilience,” said Luís Neves Cabral Domingos, director of the Eduardo Mondlane Informatics Centre (CIUEM), which manages MOZIX.
Digital Realty’s MPM1 facility hosts more than 15 network operators and functions as a carrier-neutral platform facilitating interconnection between local and international providers.
“The integration of MOZIX into our Maputo facility marks a significant step forward for connectivity in Mozambique,” said José Almeida, General Manager at iColo — a Digital Realty company.
According to the Internet Society’s Pulse platform, approximately 35% of Mozambique’s internet traffic is now routed through domestic IXPs. With an internet penetration rate of just under 20% and nearly 6.9 million users online as of early 2025, expanding local infrastructure remains crucial for improving service quality and supporting digital growth.
