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Post Report of the Day

Maputo, Mozambique

What typical restaurants, food delivery services, and/or takeout options are popular among expatriates?

Some of the usual American nasty fast food: KFC and in Nelspruit, McDonalds. Maybe a little cheaper than stateside prices.

What are some interesting/fun things to do in the area? Can you recommend any “hidden gems"?

Kruger!!! And there are some awsome local beaches. And great seafood that is comparable to anywhere in the world. We enjoyed weekend runs into Nelspruit for some first-world town life with movies and malls.