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The Rovuma River, also called the Ruvuma, is a river in southeastern Africa that forms much of the international boundary between Tanzania and Mozambique. It flows generally eastward for about 800 kilometers before reaching the Indian Ocean. The river passes through sparsely populated landscapes and is crossed by transport links connecting communities on both sides of the border.
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Where is the Rovuma River?
The Rovuma River, also called the Ruvuma, is in southeastern Africa. Much of its course forms the international boundary between Tanzania and Mozambique.
How long is the Rovuma River?
The river flows generally eastward for about 800 kilometers before reaching the Indian Ocean. The distance is approximate because river measurements can vary by source and method.
What countries does the Rovuma River separate?
Its border sections separate Tanzania to the north from Mozambique to the south. The river is therefore both a natural waterway and an international boundary.
What is the landscape around the Rovuma River like?
The river passes through sparsely populated areas before reaching the Indian Ocean. Much of its basin is remote compared with the densely settled river valleys of some other African rivers.
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