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Posted 01 Aug 2024

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Mozambique (Capital: Maputo)

Import of Tur dal by India resumed from the Nacala Port in Mozambique post disruption

A map of Southern Africa highlighting Mozambique in tan. Surrounding countries include Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Eswatini, and South Africa. The map also shows the Indian Ocean to the east and Madagascar off to the southeast.

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)
  • Resources: Gold, emeralds, copper, iron ore and bauxite.

 

 

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  • Mozambique
  • Zambezi
  • Mount Binga
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