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Description

Almost five centuries as a Portuguese colony came to a close with independence in 1975. Large-scale emigration by whites, economic dependence on South Africa, a severe drought, and a prolonged civil war hindered the country's development.

The ruling Front for the Liberation of Mozambique (FRELIMO) party formally abandoned Marxism in 1989, and a new constitution the following year provided for multiparty elections and a free market economy. A UN-negotiated peace agreement between FRELIMO and rebel Mozambique National Resistance (RENAMO) forces ended the fighting in 1992.

In December 2004, Mozambique underwent a delicate transition as Joaquim CHISSANO stepped down after 18 years in office. His newly elected successor, Armando Emilio GUEBUZA, has promised to continue the sound economic policies that have encouraged foreign investment.

Facts and Figures

Official Name Republic of Mozambique

Capital City Maputo

Languages Portuguese (official), other dialects

Official Currency Metical

Religions Traditional beliefs, Christian, Muslim

Population 19,686,505

Land Area 784,090 sq km (302,737 sq miles)

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Maps

Large (color) map here

African Continent (printable) here

African Continent by WorldAtlas, here

African Outline Map here

Mozambique Outline Map here

Mozambique Map, CIA version here

Mozambique Maps, University of Texas here

Recommended Links

Mozambique (Complete) info on the (GDP) economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation and more here

Climate Mozambique is mostly hot. It is, for the most part, within the tropics. The hot rainy season is from November to March and the dry winter months are cooler but still quite hot during the day; especially along the northern coast.