Yes. Portugal attempted to colonize and control Mozambique, trading (mostly exporting) goods, bringing their language and political influence, and generally making a mess of things. Mozambique was one of the less successful attempts at colonization in Africa.
Portugal controlled Mozambique, but it is now an independent country.
Portugal.
Portugal.
The majority of Portugal's colonies in Africa were located in present-day Angola and Mozambique. Angola was in the southwest of the continent, while Mozambique was situated on the southeast coast. These colonies were important to Portugal due to their resources and strategic locations for trade.
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Angola and Mozambique
Portugal.
Portugal.
Maria Rueff was born on June 1, 1972, in Beira, Mozambique, Portugal (now Mozambique).
Mozambique gained independence from Portugal on June 25, 1975, after a prolonged liberation struggle led by the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO). The country was officially recognized as the People's Republic of Mozambique following its independence. Prior to this, Mozambique was a Portuguese colony for several centuries.
Portugal, although Portugal had very little hold over the country anyway.
Spain wished to compete with Portugal for trade. (Apex)