General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Maputo |
| Country | Mozambique |
| Currency | Metical |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $14.33 billion |
| Size | 801,590 km² |
| Population | 31,255,435 |
| Population density | 39 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.6 |
| City population | 32.1% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 22∘C |
| Summer | 28∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Portuguese |
| Population able to read | 56.1% |
| Population with a college degree | 4.8% |
| Population able to speak english | 2.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 32.2 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | LAM Mozambique Airlines |
| Main airport | Maputo International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 17% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $450 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 13.86/MBits |
| Tld | .mz |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15.3% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 72% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Farmácia Central |
| Drugstore | Clickfarmácia |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 6/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Piri-piri Chicken | Grilled chicken marinated in a spicy piri-piri sauce | $5-$10 |
| Matata | A stew made with beef, vegetables, and peanuts | $4-$8 |
| Feijoada | A stew made with black beans, pork, and beef | $5-$9 |
| Xima | A porridge made from cornmeal | $1-$3 |
| Matapa | A dish made from cassava leaves, coconut milk, and seafood | $4-$8 |
| Bolinhos de Bacalhau | Codfish fritters | $3-$6 |
| Pastéis de Nata | Portuguese custard tarts | $1-$2 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 2M | A light beer, similar to American light beers | 1.50 |
| Laurentina | A popular lager, similar to European lagers | 2.00 |
| Manica | A dark beer, with a slightly sweet taste | 2.50 |
| Sagres | A Portuguese beer, also popular in Mozambique | 2.00 |
| Super Bock | Another Portuguese beer, with a slightly bitter taste | 2.25 |
| Água de coco | Coconut water, a refreshing drink perfect for a hot day | 1.00 |
| Sumo de laranja | Orange juice, a healthy and refreshing option | 1.50 |
| Sumo de maracujá | Passion fruit juice, a sweet and tangy drink | 1.75 |
| Chá de capim-limão | Lemongrass tea, a herbal tea with a refreshing and calming effect | 1.00 |
| Chá de hibisco | Hibiscus tea, a herbal tea with a tart and slightly sweet flavor | 1.25 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Capulana | A colorful cotton fabric used for clothing, head coverings, and other purposes | $5-$20 |
| Batik | A wax-resist dyeing technique used to create intricate designs on fabric | $10-$50 |
| Wood carvings | Handmade carvings of animals, people, and other objects | $5-$100 |
| Ceramic pottery | Handcrafted pottery with unique designs and colors | $10-$50 |
| Baskets | Woven baskets made from natural materials such as straw, reeds, and palm leaves | $5-$20 |
| Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from beads, shells, and other materials | $5-$50 |
| Spices | A variety of spices, including piri piri, cinnamon, and cloves | $5-$10 per bag |
| Cashew nuts | Mozambique is a major producer of cashew nuts | $5-$10 per bag |
| Tea | A variety of teas, including black, green, and herbal teas | $5-$10 per bag |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | The start of the new year |
| Heroes’ Day | February 3 | Commemorates the assassination of Eduardo Mondlane, the leader of the Mozambican Liberation Front (FRELIMO) |
| International Women’s Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women |
| Easter | March or April | Commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Workers’ Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Independence Day | June 25 | Commemorates Mozambique’s independence from Portugal in 1975 |
| Revolution Day | September 7 | Commemorates the start of the Mozambican Revolution in 1974 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Family Day | December 26 | A day for families to spend time together |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Notícias |
| Online news | O País |
| Tv | TVM |
| Radio | Rádio Moçambique |