1. 2000. 'Lions 3, Tigers 1'.The Economist, January 22 The terrible rains and floods in February of 2000 dealt a huge blow to the economy of Mozambique, especially in its southern part. The disaster killed 640 people, displaced some 500 000 and caused extensive destruction. With the reconstruction costs estimated at US$430 million
2. World Bank. 2000. 'Mozambique: The Road to Recovery'.Development News, The World Bank's Daily Webzine, March 30 this catastrophe will surely leave a long-lasting imprint on Mozambique's economy and society. The 2001 floods in central Mozambique further aggravated the situation.
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