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Mozambican Scorecard

Country profile

Mozambique is located along the southeast coast of Africa, featuring a lengthy Indian Ocean shoreline, lush river deltas, and a rich natural environment. It has a population of 33.6 million, a population growth rate of 2.95%, and a median age of 16.32 years.

Its history is influenced by centuries of Portuguese colonial rule, which blended with indigenous traditions to form a unique cultural identity.

Today, Mozambique is working towards economic recovery and development while celebrating its diverse music, dance, and culinary traditions.

Its capital city is Maputo.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Mozambique improved by 6.1% from 2022 to 2023

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GDP Growth in Mozambique improved by 24.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Unemployment Rate in Mozambique worsened by 0.2% from 2023 to 2024

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Inflation Rate in Mozambique improved by 30.6% from 2022 to 2023

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Income Inequality in Mozambique improved by 6.9% from 2014 to 2019

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Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Mozambique improved by 1.0% from 2022 to 2023

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Infant Mortality Rate in Mozambique improved by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023

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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022

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Suicide Mortality Rate in Mozambique improved by 1.7% from 2020 to 2021

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World Happiness Report in Mozambique worsened by 0.5% from 2023 to 2024

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Freedom in the World in Mozambique worsened by 6.8% from 2023 to 2024

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Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Mozambique worsened by 17.1% from 2020 to 2022

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Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Mozambique worsened by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Control of Corruption in Mozambique improved by 1.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Government Effectiveness in Mozambique improved by 2.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Political Stability showed no change from 2022 to 2023

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Rule of Law in Mozambique worsened by 0.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Voice and Accountability in Mozambique worsened by 1.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Mozambique improved by 7.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Mozambique worsened by 2.5% from 2019 to 2020

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Renewable Energy Consumption in Mozambique worsened by 4.1% from 2020 to 2021

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