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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)

     

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    • Mozambique
    • Maputo
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