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Mozambique is quite poor and underdeveloped country but has several institutions that can offer students an opportunity to study and learn about the beautiful country.

The Catholic University of Mozambique is one such institution with campuses in nine locations across Mozambique. The institution was established in 1996, a time when all higher learning institutions were located in the capital, Maputo. The institution has six faculties namely, economics and management, law, education and communication, agriculture, health sciences, and Tourism Management and Information Technology. The institution has strong religious background and tranquil learning environment.

Another good institution in Malawi is the One World University that came into being through efforts of Humana people to people in collaboration with the Government of Mozambique. The institution was established to fill the void of advanced training in the country and offers two programs namely education and a community development program. Many of the institutions graduates work in Humana training centres in Malawi, Angola, Mozambique and India. The institution ha s along list of partner institutions and schools that can help facilitate the move (cicd-volunteerinafrica.org).

Students interested in international studies in Mali can also gain access to the country through scholarship programs from organizations such as the borenwards.org. The organization gives preference to students who want to study in non-English speaking countries such as Mozambique. Students interested in research in disaster risk management may consider the Mozambique Technical University currently undertaking research on the topic. The research includes national GIS technicians and covers a wide range of focal issues including malaria, cholera and respiratory diseases in collaboration with the Maputo City Health Directorate. The University of Pennsylvania through its Huntsman program also sends students to Mozambique to study regional culture and economy while getting work-oriented exposure.

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Living in Mozambique

Health

Visitors require a yellow fever certificate if traveling from infected areas. Malaria is a risk throughout the year in the whole country. Cholera and other water-borne diseases are prevalent during the rainy season. Diseases caused by unsanitary conditions are common throughout the country, and untreated water should be considered unsafe to drink. It is highly recommended to have a health insurance that comprises evacuation in case of emergency.

Money

Credit cards are increasingly accepted in Maputo, but not generally beyond the capital. Travellers cheques: not commonly accepted, and where accepted are slow to process and often attract high rates of commission.

Transportation

Don't be surprised when you get on a car: traffic drives on the left.Bus services in Maputo have been improved with the introduction of new vehicles, and there are now fairly extensive services. Taxis are metered and drivers expect a tip.Car hire: Cars can be hired from international and local agencies in Maputo and Beira. Only hard currency is accepted.

About

About Mozambique

Mozambique is a large Southeaster country, 801,590 sq. km. The country is slightly smaller than twice the size of California and shares borders with Tanzania, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and South Africa. The capital is Maputo and Mozambique’s population is estimated to be 20 million.

Mozambique: Climate and Landscape

The terrain in Mozambique is mainly flat with highlands in the north. The climate is tropical with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a dry season from April to September. The weather along the coast is always warm even during the rainy season. Rainfall varies from region to region with the coast approximately 900mm and the highlands 2000mm.

Places to Visit in Mozambique

Mozambique has a wide variety of very beautiful sites to visit along both the coast and inland. Gorongosa national park is popular destination for visitors from abroad as well as neighbouring Zimbabwe. Gorongosa is one of over ten national parks and reserves in the country. Among the animals that live in the parks are Lions, Rhinos, Elephants, Antelopes, among many others. Along the coast in addition to diving by the reef, visitors can get to see many more species in the ocean reserve.

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