Beira

Beira was originally called Chiveve, named after a local river.

The city was established in 1890 by the Portuguese and became the main port in the Portuguese-administered territory.

Beira's port is the second largest in Mozambique and has long been a major trade point for exports to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia.

Beira has three public university campuses, including the Catholic University of Mozambique, established in 1996.

Beira has been twinned with Bristol, UK, since 1990, managing various projects in education and culture.