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Background: 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.

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By FricksAroundTheWorld
September 11th 2009

Mozambique Africa » Mozambique » Southern » Vilanculos

Hello Everyone! It's been a while since our last entry. Sorry no pictures right now, the computer here won't let Aaron download any photos. We've been kicking back on the beach in Mozambique. Our friend Martina owns a Nissan repair shop in Vilankulos and we stayed with her for almost a month. She is so much fun, we had a great time. It was really nice to just be in one spot for a while, also. Since she let us stay for free, we tried to cook some really nice meals for her. Which was fun and challenging. Aaron loves to [View Full Entry]

By nsberry
August 27th 2009

In Mozambique Africa » Mozambique » Southern » Inhambane

Still can't post pics unfortunately but will have a ton of pics and videos to post once I get back. We continued on in South Africa through the Blyde River Canyon which had an amazing view and then onto Kruger National Park which was awesome. Had great views of lions, a leopard, elephants, rhino, and many other animals. Unfortunately I still have not seen any leopards but still at least one more game drive to go. On Wednesday we travelled to Mozambique and today we headed to the Indian Ocean coast and are staying right next to the beach. We are [View Full Entry]

By Jabe
August 24th 2009

Como se diz "squitters" em portugues? Africa » Mozambique » Northern » Nampula

Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Fatima

L has said he'll take me to the bus station the following morning but he gets up sufficiently late that I begin to wonder if I'll get out of Mocuba today. I'd been told that I should buy my ticket at least an hour in advance in order to ensure a seat, but we leave at a time where we'll barely make it to the station to catch the bus full stop, let alone get a seat on it. L realises this, and instead takes me to a pick-up spot in town where I should be able to flag down the [View Full Entry]

By Drink1
August 16th 2009

Approaching Maratane Refugee Camp, Mozambique Africa » Mozambique » Northern » Nampula

Maratane Refugee Camp

Nampula is cursorily dismissed by my guidebook as “just another Southern African every town,” a description which overlooks its shabby charms and jostling markets. Leaving these, admittedly, rather modest attractions behind, the tarmac morphs into a long dusty, palm-tree bordered road, and the urban sprawl of 1960s-built high rises recedes into open, shrubby savannah. It's just after the rainy season and although shorter than usual (a drought is feared in these parts), the land still looks lusciously lime-coloured. The horizon is dominated by rocky outcrops, the most prominent rese [View Full Entry]

By Jabe
August 12th 2009

10-4, pato de borracha Africa » Mozambique » Northern » Mocuba

Mirror van

There's little useful info on the web about crossing into Mozambique from Blantyre and I've met no-one who's done it recently - in fact, the only thing I've been able to glean is that the transport in northern Mozambique is shocking, though one poster had cheered me up by noting it was better than in Ethiopia. The closest border crossing to Blantyre is about 30km past Mt Mulanje - I would have gone there from Mulanje if I hadn't been so sore, short of cash, and suffering from diarrhoea after my hike there. Now (almost) healthy and with some money, it's [View Full Entry]

By SayLittle
July 16th 2009

A day in Mozambique Africa » Mozambique » Western » Tete

On July 16th, we wntered Mozambique. This was by far teh hardest boarder crossing that we have had yet. It took 3.5 hours just to get into the country. If felt like a morning well wasted, especially since we all knew that we were only going to drive through the country. The terrain of Mozambiqu is beautiful. there are loads of rolling grassy areas with large rocky hill sides. The boulders that make up the rocky formations reminded me of the Kevin Bacon film Tremors. There are loads of Boaboa Trees, which if I am ever able to post pictures you [View Full Entry]

By Kelsie
June 29th 2009

Mosquito Nets in Mozambique Africa » Mozambique » Southern » Maputo

I am currently sitting in an internet cafe in Maputo, Mozambique. So sorry if there aren't too many details. I don't really know what day of the week it is, but I will try to re-cap what I have done the past week or so. We left Durban early in the morning and drove through the Kingdom of Swaziland. It has beautiful countryside and we could see the different boks running along the main highway. The border patrol entering Swaziland was easy, but entering into Mozambique was another story. They were trying to convince us that it cost R2000, or about [View Full Entry]

By The Fresh Prince of Mozambique
May 19th 2009

Mozambican Millionaire Africa » Mozambique

war wounds
actually, this was BEFORE climbing mt. kilimanjaro. This is from when i decided to play soccer on the side of the road, without shoes

I thought about issuing a public apology to begin this blog because of long it has been since I last posted an entry, but then I realized that it is probably unnecessary being that my blog readership can be more accurately described as a couple of dedicated family members and close friends that humor me, rather than a throng of rabid and demanding followers. However, I think it’s safe to say that between weekly phone calls with my parents and brother, and bi-monthly calls from my former girlfriend that I have directly validated my five month absence from Travelblog to ALL [View Full Entry]

By Alex Armitage
May 14th 2009

Travel in Africa, the Right Way: For Sale 1993 Land Rover Defender 200 Tdi Africa » Mozambique » Southern » Tofo

1993 Land Rover Defender 200 Tdi For Sale Asking $6,900 US. 249,000 k.110 Series “bakkie” pick-up is “Safari Ready,” registered in South Africa and is ideal for someone wanting to do a tour back to SA. Available May 15 in Malawi or June 1 in Tanzania . We are flexible about drop off location. Price includes MANY extras, spare parts, recent mechanical work and camping gear. Buying this Landy will cost less and give you more flexibility than long-term renting. Here’s what you get: --An incredible 4x4 with hi- and low-range and diff lock. This truck has gone o [View Full Entry]

By Thedah
April 24th 2009

Maputo Africa » Mozambique » Southern » Maputo

Fatimas

Finally Africa! The lady that checked our passports was very dissapointed, shaking her head when we did not have a place to stay. -Crazy backpackers. This how ever turned out not to be a problem at all. As soon as we stepped out of the terminal a woman came up asking us if we wanted to go to Fatimas Backpackers. And of course we did! Also met a 73 year old man from Sweden. Very friendly old navy officer. He gave us his number, just to call if we were wondering about something. =) And if we say like this - [View Full Entry]

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