Samora Machel Bridge

Samora Machel Bridge is a bridge in Mozambique across the Zambezi River.[1] It is named after Samora Machel, the former President of Mozambique.

Samora Machel Bridge

Ponte Samora Machel
Coordinates16°09′18″S 33°35′37″E
CarriesA103 road
CrossesZambezi River
LocaleTete and Moatize in Mozambique
Other name(s)Tete Bridge
Followed byDona Ana Bridge
Characteristics
DesignSuspension bridge
Total length762 metres (2,500 ft)
Longest span180 metres (590 ft)
No. of spans5
History
DesignerEdgar Cardoso
Samora Machel Bridge
Location in Mozambique

It links Tete, the capital of Tete Province, to Moatize. The bridge also connects the countries of Zimbabwe and Malawi.

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