In the east African republic of Mozambique, the first ever bridge has been opened over the Zambezi river, finally connecting the north and south of the country.
Until now, travellers wanting to cross the river have had to use ferries, and this has led to long queues on both banks. Sometimes it could take two to three days to get across to the other side.
The construction of the bridge began in 1977, two years after Mozambique won independence from Portugal. However, a civil war in the country brought building to a halt. The war ended in 1992.
The authorities hope the 2.5 kilometre long bridge will contribute to the country’s economic development.
Photo of Mozambique traveller by E. B. Sylvester (flickr)
Photo of Mozambique traveller by E. B. Sylvester (flickr)
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The Caia Bridge you are talkng about replaces the previous ferry where highway 1 crosses the Zambesi. It is by no means the first bridge across the Zambesi however. The Dona Ana bridge was open to vehicle traffic from 1995 until 2006 when it was coverted back into a rail only bridge. There is also another bridge over the Zambesi in the Tet province
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