All Posts by Cossa Daniel Samuel

Fishermen's boats in Maputo, Mozambique. Photo credit - iStock

Challenges of Marine Conservation and Poverty Reduction in Mozambique’s Coastal Communities

Introduction The coastal communities of Mozambique, particularly in Inhaca and Inhambane, are at a critical crossroads, facing the challenge of balancing marine conservation with poverty reduction. These communities heavily rely on fishing and shellfish gathering as primary sources of livelihood. However, the sustainability of these practices is increasingly threatened by

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A teacher in her classroom, teaching Portuguese. Photo credit - Getty Images

Bilingual Education as a Mechanism for Modernizing Education in Mozambique

Introduction Mozambique’s educational system faces significant challenges related to the country’s linguistic diversity. The introduction of bilingual education aims to adapt education to Mozambique’s linguistic and cultural reality, providing a more inclusive and effective model. This article explores how bilingual education can serve as a mechanism for modernizing education in

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A meeting depicting the 40 years of independence from the former Portuguese colonies in Africa. Photo credit - Casa Comum

The Fall of Portuguese Colonialism in Mozambique: Cultural and Economic Aspects in the Last Quarter

Introduction The last quarter of Portuguese colonial rule in Mozambique was a period marked by social and cultural tensions, reflecting deep economic and racial inequalities. The colonial policy, intensified by Salazar’s fascist regime, promoted the establishment of settlements that seized land from Mozambicans, exacerbating racial discrimination. This article aims to

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A mural in Mozambique about the Reeducation process. Photo credit - DW/Johannes Beck

Operation Production and the Reeducation Process in Mozambique: Implications and Legacies

Introduction   After Mozambique’s independence in 1975, the government led by FRELIMO. adopted a Marxist-Leninist policy aimed at building a new socialist society and eradicating behaviors associated with colonialism and capitalism. In this context, two notable initiatives were implemented: Operation Production in 1983 and the reeducation process that began in 1974.

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War memorial in Maputo

Divergent Narratives: The Maputo Monument and the Complexity of Collective Memory

Introduction The War Memorial, located in Maputo, Mozambique, is a monument that carries two distinct stories, reflecting both an official narrative and a popular one. While the official story sees it as a tribute to the European and African warriors of the First World War, the popular narrative attributes its

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Challenges and Strategies in Combating Child Marriages in Mozambique

Introduction Child marriages in Mozambique, particularly among young girls in rural areas, present significant challenges due to socioeconomic and cultural factors that undermine girls’ autonomy, education, and development. Despite the legal minimum marriage age being 18, 53% of girls marry before this age, and 17% marry before 15. The persistence

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