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Mozambique

Republic of Mozambique

Region

Africa • Eastern Africa

Capital

Maputo

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The flag of Mozambique is composed of three equal horizontal bands of teal, black with white top and bottom edges, and yellow. A red isosceles triangle spanning about two-fifth the width of the field is superimposed on the hoist side with its base on the hoist end. This triangle bears a crossed rifle and hoe in black superimposed on an open white book which is superimposed on a five-pointed yellow star.

The flag of Mozambique is composed of three equal horizontal bands of teal, black with white top and bottom edges, and yellow. A red isosceles triangle spanning about two-fifth the width of the field is superimposed on the hoist side with its base on the hoist end. This triangle bears a crossed rifle and hoe in black superimposed on an open white book which is superimposed on a five-pointed yellow star.

Population
31,255,435
Area
801,590 km²
Time Zone
UTC+02:00
Top-Level Domain
.mz

About Mozambique

Mozambique is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Eastern Africa region. Its capital city is Maputo. With a population of 31,255,435, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 801,590 km², making it a large country in terms of land area. With a population density of 38.99 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official language of Mozambique is Portuguese, .

The currency used in Mozambique is the Mozambican metical (MT), .

Mozambique is a member of the United Nations.

In Mozambique, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+02:00 time zone.

Mozambique shares its borders with 6 countries: Malawi, South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

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Coat of Arms of Mozambique

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Maputo
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Moçambique
  • Demonym: Mozambican
  • Top Level Domain: .mz
  • Calling Code: +258
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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