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Mozambique flag Mozambique

Indian Ocean Meets Portuguese Flavor

Overview

A long Indian Ocean coastline with pristine coral archipelagos, recovering from civil war to become a rising African tourism and natural gas destination.

Geographic Context

Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
801,590 km²
Capital
Maputo
Languages
Portuguese
Currencies
Mozambican metical (MT)

At a Glance

47
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
48
Freedom
48
Security
44
Life Expectancy
57.7 yrs
Median Age
16.3 yrs
Urbanization
39%
Cost Index
38
Housing Index
22
Healthcare Access
59/100

Climate

Average Temperature
24.2°C

Most Temperate Cities

1 Pemba 26.4°C
2 Mocímboa 26.4°C
3 Ilha de Moçambique 26.2°C
4 Nacala 26.1°C
5 António Enes 26°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025

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