Currency of Mauritius (MUR) issued by the Bank of Mauritius. 1 Rupee = 100 cents.
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Features images of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and local wildlife.

Travel Admin 21 July 2025
Currency of Morocco (MAD) issued by Bank Al-Maghrib. 1 Dirham = 100 centimes.
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The dirham has been Morocco's currency since 1882.

Travel Admin 21 July 2025

Mkhuluwa is a Xhosa term for older brother. It can also be used as a respectful way of addressing an older man.
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Let’s go out, mkhuluwa.

Xhosa Nostra 17 July 2025
Imazi is a Xhosa term for a female animal.
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Ndifuna imazi yegusha.

I want a female sheep.

Xhosa Nostra 14 July 2025

Imbudlu-mbudlu is a Xhosa colloquial term for a chubby or fat person.
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Did you see him, yimbudlu-middle after he got a job.

Themba 03 July 2025
Lake Victoria port city known for its unique rock formations and fishing industry.
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Mwanza's Bismarck Rock is a famous lakeside landmark.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025

Red City known for souks, palaces, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
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Marrakesh's Bahia Palace showcases exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025
Historic coastal city with Swahili culture and East Africa's largest port.
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Mombasa's Old Town features ornate Arab-style doors and architecture.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025

Mozambique's Indian Ocean capital with Portuguese-style architecture.
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Maputo's fish market serves the freshest peri-peri prawns.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025
A Southeast African country with Indian Ocean coastline, recovering from civil war and rich in gas.
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Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago is known for its pristine beaches and diving.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025


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