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Posted 27 May 2025

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Mozambique (Capital: Maputo)

Over 25000 have fled North Mozambique due to the triple crisis of armed conflict, recurring extreme weather events, and post-electoral unrest. 

Map showing location of Mozambique

Political Features

  • Location: South-east African country with a long coastline bordering the Indian Ocean. 
    • Mozambique Channel separates it from the island of Madagascar. 
  • Bordering Countries: Tanzania (North), Malawi & Zambia (North West), Zimbabwe (West), South Africa and Eswatini (South West)

Geographical Features

  • Major rivers: Zambezi (largest) and Limpopo (both empty into Indian Ocean), Ruvuma etc.
  • Highest Peak: Mount Binga (part of the Chimoio highlands)

 

  • Tags :
  • Mozambique
  • Maputo
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