Capital: Maputo

Population: 27,759,086 (estimated in 2015)

Currency: Metical (MZN)

Official Language: Portuguese

Unofficial Languages: Emakhuwa, Xichangana, Elomwe, Echuwabo, Cisena, and other tribal languages

Main Religions: Christianity, Islam

Ethnic Groups: Makhuwa, Tsonga, Sena, Lomwe, Europeans, and others

Largest Cities: Maputo, Matola, Beira, Nampula

Main Sport: Football, Athletics

Political System: Republic