Mozambique

Mozambique is a country in southeastern Africa with a long coastline on the Indian Ocean. It has beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and tropical islands. Mozambique is a warm and welcoming place with a rich mix of African and Portuguese culture.

Land and People

About 33 million people live in Mozambique. The capital is Maputo. The country has a very long coastline of about 1,500 miles. The Bazaruto Archipelago has crystal-clear water and colorful coral reefs. The Zambezi River flows through the north.

Pretty old buildings on the Island of Mozambique.
Pretty old buildings on the Island of Mozambique. (F Mira from Lisbon, Portugal / Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

Mozambique's flag has a picture of a book, a hoe, and an AK-47 rifle on it, making it very unique. Portuguese is the official language because Portugal once ruled there. Peri-peri chicken, a spicy grilled dish, is famous worldwide. People love music and dance.

Fun Facts

  • Mozambique is the only country with a flag that features a modern rifle.
  • The Bazaruto Archipelago in Mozambique is home to dugongs, which are gentle sea creatures related to manatees.
  • Peri-peri hot sauce comes from Mozambique.

Did You Know?

Mozambique's flag is the only national flag in the world with a picture of a modern weapon on it. The AK-47 on the flag represents the country's fight for independence. The book represents education and the hoe represents farming.