The Republic of Mozambique is located in southeast Africa. It has a tropical climate and borders the Indian Ocean. The capital and largest city is Maputo. The economy relies on agriculture and mining. The population speaks Portuguese and local Bantu languages. Housing is basic and often lacks utilities. The government is a republic led by a president and prime minister. Tourist attractions include national parks and beaches.

1. The Republic of Mozambique Alex Myers March 2008

2. Flag of Mozambique Red - centuries of resistance, struggle and defense of sovereignty Green – the riches of the soil Black – Africa Gold – the riches of the subsoil White – Mozambican people and peace Star – spirit of the Mozambican people Book, hoe, and gun – study, production, and defense

3. Geographical Features Major mountains Rivers Climate

4. Major Mountains and Landforms Most of Mozambique - low plateau 2/5 of Mozambique is costal lowlands The high points of Mozambique are Mount Binga near the western border Namuli Highlands in the north The Angonia Plateau in the west

5. Rivers 25 rivers Most famous rivers are the Zambezi and Limpopo Lake Niassa flows into Zambezi Part of Zambezi river surrounds Mozambique

6. Surrounding Countries Surrounding countries Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi - west Tanzania - north South Africa and Swaziland - south It protects the Republic of Mozambique Body of Water Mozambique channel

7. Climate Tropical climate Hot and wet - March to October Cool and dry - May to August Costal areas – much hotter than the highlands

8. Economic Features Capitol city Agricultural products Industries

9. Capital City Maputo To the south 989,386 Was once a beautiful city 20 years of war – very run down

10. Major cities Beira 561,165 Nampula 407,338 Nacala 241,265 Quelimane 198,114

11. Major Agricultural Products Cotton Cashew nuts Sugarcane Cassava Tea Corn Rice Tropical fruits Beef Poultry In the highlands near the Malawi border Millions of cows, goats, sheep, and pigs

12. Major Industries Minerals – Iron ore Copper Diamonds Coal Bauxite Gold Titanium Makes up the earth of Mozambique Glass and cement factories Chemical workshops

13. Mozambique’s Monetary Unit Metical 1 U.S. dollar–23,800.00 Mozambican meticals

14. Sociology Major religions Special holidays Special dishes and foods Housing

15. Major Religions Islam-18% Zionist Christian-18% None-23% Muslim

16. Special Holidays Independence day – June 25 th National holiday Christmas Easter

17. Special Dishes and Foods Paozinho - Portugese rolls Sandes de Queijo – baked cheese sandwitch Matata – Seafood and peanut stew Malasadas - doughnut Filhos de Natal – Christmas fritter Sopa de Feijao – String bean soup Salada Pera de Abacate – tomato and avacado soup

18. Housing Made out of: Woven straw Cane Wood sticks Bricks Concrete Our houses-made of wood, bricks, shingles, paint, side paneling

19. Housing (continued) 65% of houses – will water 20% of houses – spring and river water 10% of houses- piped outdoor water 5% of houses – piped indoor water Most houses – don’t have electricity Over ½ of the houses – have no toilets/bathrooms

20. Government

21. Current Leaders Prime minister – Lusia Diogo President – Armondo Guebuza

22. Type of Government Republic A president elected by a popular vote for over a five-year term

23. Miscellaneous Information

24. Famous Person Marco Geraldo Namashula Ambassador to U.S.

25. Tourist Attraction Gorongosa National park Elephants there Ponta do Ouro Malugane In the south Inhaca Island Near Maputo Gallery in Ministry of Labor building The Market

26. References www.uiowa.edy/~africart/toc/countries/ www.ingoplease.com www.nationsencyclopedia.com www.britannica.com www.africatravelling.net http://school.eb.com http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com www.state.gov www.iraqidinar.org www.kids.gov www.usa.gov www.cia.gov Book-Mozambique