Mozambique

Mozambique, officially the Republic of Mozambique (Portuguese: Moçambique or República de Moçambique), is a country located in southeastern Africa bordered by South Africa to the south and southeast, Tanzania to the north-northwest, Malawi and Zambia to the northwest, Zimbabwe to the west and Swaziland as well as Eswatini (Swaziland)to its southwest. It lies between latitudes 10°S and 27°S, bordering with Indian Ocean on its east coast from where it is separated from Madagascar. The capital city Maputo formerly known as Lourenco Marques is also largest city.

The area now occupied by Mozabmque was once home of many indigenous kingdoms since Stone Age including communities such those of Tsonga people who called it Gaza Empire ruled by Monomotapa dynasty which lasted until early 16th century when Portuguese first arrived in 1505 establishing trading posts along coastline during their exploration around southern African region. This colonization continued till 1975 when they finally gained independence after years long conflict against liberation struggle fought mainly by FRELIMO forces under leadership Samora Machel followed later Joachim Chissano declared official free state following fall of Portugal’s fascist regime at that time leaded Antonio Salazar . In 1977 new constitution was signed giving all power one party government run Socialist ideology while national anthem “Patria Amada” written same year celebrates emancipation freedom nation achieved then becoming an independent republic within Commonwealth nations

Throughout postcolonial history economic growth has been hampered due various internal conflicts civil war erupting late 80s ending only 1992 but still leaving behind economically disadvantaged population especially rural areas lack basic infrastructure services like healthcare education with low literacy rates according UN reports . On other hand successful policies implemented towards end 20th century promoting foreign investments led increased GDP levels helped bring back stability despite hardships faced through past few decades . Economy currently largely depends upon fishing forestry mining industry agricultural production however tourism sector growing rapidly recent times attracting tourists come experience natural beauty diverse cultures found across landmass major port cities like Beira Quelimane Tete Nacala already become popular destinations cruise ships sailing off Indian ocean nearby Comoros Islands making stopover here contributing local economy

Moreover rich biodiversity wide selection wildlife reserves protected national parks contribute much environmental conservation efforts being made conserve species habitats ensure safe future generations enjoy wonders nature offers these lands Alongside unique customs traditions inherited colonial era blend harmoniously making this culturally vibrant melting pot among countries Southern African continent

With strong democratic system place constantly building better living conditions citizens hopes brighter tomorrow aim build success story worthy international recognition promising steps have taken so far must continue progress forward sustain current development momentum attained so far Towards achieving greater heights united goal common vision let us strive together make dreams reality mozambicanos!