Deal #5628

The document states that local communities are recognized as legitimate landowners under Mozambique's Land Law (Law 19/97). However, it also highlights a lack of adequate territorial planning in community areas, which can affect the preservation of spaces for the communities and create tensions with corporate activities​ (Relatório de trabalho de campo realizado no âmbito do cumprimento das decisões de S. Excia . o Senhor Primeiro Ministro na sua visita à Província do Niassa).

The company has encountered contradictions and disputes regarding community consultations during the allocation of land. Specifically, disagreements arose between local leaders ("régulos"), which required administrative intervention for resolution.

- Workers reported delays in salary payments and requested an increase in wages. They also raised concerns about the distinction between permanent and seasonal employees and its impact on job security. - Some planted areas were reported to be near critical community water resources, raising concerns over compliance with land and environmental regulations. - Companhia Florestal de Massangulo was found to lack an approved investment project and an environmental impact study (EIA), which are critical for the legal and sustainable operation of forestry projects in Mozambique.

But it is also true that the company has built and rehabilitated schools, as is the case of six elementary schools in Massangulo