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Mozambiqua
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Introduction: CIE’s activities with Mozambique, thus far, have predominantly been concentrated upon the island of Ilha de Mozambique, working with the local community. Ilha de Mozambique is a monumental fortified city. It has repeatedly been used as a trading hub, including as a major Portuguese port centre during their occupation.…
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Tanzania
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Tanzania Historical Background Tanzania’s mainland and islands have played a pivotal role in the trade between Africa, Europe and the East for over a millennia. Trading empires built on slaves, gold and ivory have risen and fallen over the ages. Fortune seekers, traders, captives and rulers have brought with them…
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Ghanaa
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Historical Background The historical ties linking Ghana and the Netherlands go back as far as the 16th century. Around this time, many Europeans began exploring this area of Africa, searching for new lands, resources, discoveries and trading commodities. The first Dutchman set foot on Ghanaian soil in 1593, named Bernard…