Mozambique - 12th Grade
 

Capital:

The official capital of Mozambique is Maputo, with a population of approximately 2 million. When it was under Portuguese rule, Maputo became one of the most beautiful and fashionable cities. But, the civil war during 1970 to 1980 changed it all. When peace was finally reached, Maputo was completely destroyed and los its beauty. Until today, you can still see buildings damaged by the civil war.

Currency: Mozambican Metical

Language:

            Mozambique has more than 1 language. Some of the languages spoken in Mozambique are Emakhuwa, Xichangana, Portuguese and others. The language most spoke is Portuguese. Mozambique is a Portuguese speaking country because it was once a Portuguese Colony.

Religion:

The recent 2007 census states that the first religion in Mozambique is Christianity; 56.1 percent of the population is Christian.

 Music: 

            Music is an important part of their culture.  Some musical instruments are; drums, various string instruments, saxophones and the Cuban Cogan drums. The most popular music is jazz. In every bar or restaurant from Mozambique you can hear jazz. But there is also cultural music and nightclubs were you can hear a mix of traditional and modern music. There is music everywhere in Mozambique but the main city where you can hear music is Maputo.

 Art:

 

                                                                                                                              Mozambique adapted a new style of art after the independence from Portugal, but there is still a great influence in Mozambique’s art. Today there are many artists that have gained global fame for their beautiful paintings. Wood carving is one of Mozambique’s most popular arts.  The most important artist in Mozambique is Maketo.