LIVING IN MAPUTO Your Online Gateway to Mozambique 29 OCTOBER 2014 PRODUCED BY ADRIAN FREY EDITED BY ELINE JAKOBS THE SPONSOR OF THE WEEK IS © Regina Carvalheira FIND US ON: GET MORE NEWS ON YOUR SMARTPHONE OR TABLET - VISIT OUR MOBILE VERSION LIVING IN MAPUTO 29 OCTOBER 2014 INSIDE THIS ISSUE ONE MAN’S TRASH: A photo essay looking at life in Maputo’s biggest dump site STREET VENDERS IN MAPUTO: Know what to pay New photo exhibition opening on MSF’s work in Mozambique TOURISM SPECIAL FANCY A FESTIVAL: a round-up of Mozambique’s cultural extravaganzas CULTURAL AGENDA ACTIVITIES & COURSES Classifieds PHOTO CREDITS OUR DETAILS PAGE 3 Producer Adrian Frey PAGE 4 Editor Eline Jakobs PAGE 4 Graphics & Layout PAGE 5 PAGE 5 Almirnate Dimas CONTRIBUTORS Regina Carvalheira PAGE 7 PAGE 8 PAGE 9 Jackson Mason-Mackay Shona Thomson Goodbye,Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen... This picture of a group of children swimming in Matola Rio says it all. Picture taken by Regina Carvalheira Antje Brauer-Maxaeia 053/GABINFO-DEC 2007 [email protected] www.clubofmozambique.com Av. Julius Nyerere, 657, 1st Floor (+258) 21 497 251 - Maputo - Mozambique EDITORIAL After 7 years and 175 issues the curtain is about to drop for Living in Maputo as a weekly newsletter. LM was launched in October 2007 and from its beginning LM has supplied the English speaking community in Maputo with information about lifestyle, travel, charity events, health and travel tips and art and culture. Through several editors and an increasingly professional lay out the aim of providing up to date information about the goings on in our capital city and beyond has been faithfully upheld. In July 2012 it was even decided to increase the editions, and what started as a monthly pdf became a weekly must read for a growing number of subscribers. At this point we would like to thank all of the editors, contributors, clients and of course all our readers for their encouragement and support over the years. Without you Living in Maputo would not have been possible. Even though the newsletter will now not be reaching your inbox any longer, Club of Mozambique, as the ‘mother organization behind LM’ will still be providing news on entertainment, culture and tourism for the residents of Maputo as well as for the numerous visitors and increasing numbers of investors in the city. We will continue to look out for your interest, and bring you constant event and cultural up-dates on our website, as well as on our facebook pages. So if you want to be up to date with what’s happening, and have even faster access to cultural events in our lovely city: from now on just go to www.clubofmozambique.com and continue to live life in Maputo to the fullest! Adrian FreyEline Jakobs Publisher Editor THIS EDITION IS BROUGHT TO YOU IN PARTNERSHIP WITH www.frespoauto.com www.vm.co. www.hotelcardoso. www.pamgolding.co.mz 2 LIVING IN MAPUTO 29 OCTOBER 2014 ONE MAN’S TRASH: A photo essay looking at life in Maputo’s biggest dump site By Jackson Mason-Mackay The US Cultural Centre is hosting a new photo exhibition next month which gives an insight into everyday life at Maputo’s municipal landfill in Hulene. The 14-piece collection follows the story of Dercio Cuna (pictured above) who supports his wife and four children by collecting scrap metals. He joins several hundred others who also live and work at the dump site, often collecting plastics to sell to Chinese traders. It’s not lucrative work – one kilo of plastic bottles will fetch just five meticais. It’s not an easy place to live either. During the rainy season flood waters pass through the dump site and sit stagnant in the densely populated surrounding neighbourhoods. Malaria and cholera outphotographer John Wessels has captured the essence of an environment which can be regarded for its community spirit and perseverance as much as its harsh reality. “Documentary photography is new to me,” says Wessels, “but people fascinate me and I want to tell their stories, especially when they relate to wider social issues.” Check out the full photo collection at the US Cultural Centre from 11 November until 1 December. breaks are common. And despite wet weather, the dump site is ablaze all year round, bellowing with toxic smoke. It’s a worrying situation for a dumping ground which receives some fairly risky items; last year 259 rounds of live ammunition were found buried amongst the rubble, including machine gun magazines and antiaircraft munitions. Yet it can be a friendly place, and talented South African 3 LIVING IN MAPUTO 29 OCTOBER 2014 STREET VENDERS IN MAPUTO: Know what to pay © IIvan Baptista Here’s what you can expect to pay at the central market this month for your everday fresh vegetables and greens: Lettuce 50 mts / Kg Tomatoes 30 mts / Kg Onions 30 mts / Kg Carrots 50 mts / Kg Cucumbers 40 mts / Kg Green Peppers 60 mts / Kg Red/Yellow ” 120 mts / Kg Potatoes 30 mts / Kg Garlic 120 mts / Kg Spinach 25 mts / bunch Cabbage 25 mts / Kg French beans 60 mts / Kg Parsley 10 mts / bunch Coriander 10 mts / bunch Eggplant 50 mts / Kg Scallions 10 mts / bunch Green Chilies 100 mts / Kg Red Chilies 150 mts / Kg Lemons 50 mts / Kg Pumpkin 50 mts / Kg Cassava 40 mts / Kg Sweet Potato 40 mts / Kg Coconut 15 mts / each Alternatively, local street vendors are plentiful in the city, and for the added convenience you will pay about 10 mts extra per kilo on most items, and up to 5 mts on your fresh herbs. New photo exhibition opening on MSF’s work in Mozambique By Shona Thomson “People saw a plane, an unusually large plane, as I recall some bystanders saying. Most people were wondering what that could be. In war zones, anything unusual triggers all possible associations with war. But to the relief and satisfaction of everyone, the plane landed peacefully and was full of medical supplies. And from the belly of the plane came out a vehicle, to distribute these desperately needed supplies”. Dr Humberto Cossa, former Director of Planning & Coordination at Provin© AACEM cial Health Directorate in Zambezia, recalls his relief at the arrival of MSF (Médecins Sans Frontières/Médicos Sem Fronteiras); his staff was facing severe shortages, and it was becoming increasingly difficult to reach remote rural areas in the province to deliver emergency medical care. MSF arrived in war-torn Mozambique in 1984, and has been responding to the country’s changing medical needs ever since. This year marks 30 years of operations and testimonies, 30 years of proximity with the Mozambicans, and 30 years of collaboration with the government and health authorities - all within the backdrop of 30 years of social change in a country building its independence. To commemorate this 30th anniversary, a photographic exhibition will be hosted in Maputo featuring 30 images. The exhibition will reflect on the different facets of MSF’s presence in Mozambique, such as the ‘flying doctors’ programme during the Civil War, the reconstruction of the health system in the post-war years, responses to cholera outbreaks and the floods of 2000-2001, and the establishment of HIV/AIDS treatment programmes. The exhibition will begin at the Faculdade de Medicina, Maputo, on November 5th-7th, and will then move to the Fortaleza, from November 11th-20th. Both exhibitions are open to all and free of charge. There will also be a panel discussion on the afternoon of November 5th, at the Faculdade de Medicina, featuring health professionals and MSF staff who will share their experiences and reflect on the future challenges for MSF and for Mozambique. For more information, please email [email protected], or call 823576766. 4 LIVING IN MAPUTO TOURISM SPECIAL | 29 OCTOBER 2014 FANCY A FESTIVAL: a round-up of Mozambique’s cultural extravaganzas By Antje Brauer-Maxaeia Cultural festivals and activities are a powerful way of getting to know a country from the inside and a good way of meeting likeminded people. They also make an important contribution to growing a varied and vibrant local tourism sector that will attract culture aficionados from around the world. Following in the footsteps of its neighbours Tanzania, Swaziland and South Africa, Mozambique is now also developing a lively circuit of music, art and film festivals, not only in Maputo but around the country, with many of the events already well established. Music festival are probably growing fastest to meet the increased demand and sophistication of revellers. Take for example the multi-disciplinary AZGO Festival that has been taking place in Maputo every May since 2011. It showcases an impressive list of well-known international and national artists, screenings of music films and has an increasing and loyal following. Like many others of the new generation of festivals elsewhere, it is familyfriendly and also has a community education angle. Another well-established annual event is Mafalala Festival. It is a breath of fresh air, a dynamic and empowering event that celebrates the glorious past of this part of Maputo while at the same time taking to a new level how present day challenges can be addressed. “This festivals marks a step change in the way festivals are prepared in Mozambique” says Ivan Laranjeira, Mafalala Festival director. Mafalala Festival, now in its 5th year, will for the first time host its events outside the neighbourhood thus extending its platform for fun, exchange and learning. Quelimane is firmly the capital of carnival in Mozambique. Carnival, a mixture of the religious and secular, in Quelimane has been appropriated by locals to represent the aspirations of this increasingly confident part of Mozambique. Just like any good carnival would do, in Quelimane it showcases the very best of local culture and brings the whole town to a complete stand still. Travelling to festivals around Mozambique is in itself full of adventures. Tour operators are not yet fully exploring festivals as part of tourism. Independent travellers can easily plan their holiday around various festivals and are sure to be delighted by the pleasure that comes with festivals in Mozambique. Mozambique’s year in festivals: JANUARY/FEBRUARY Marrabenta Arts Festival & Gwaza Muthini (Maputo/Marracuene) March/April Carnival in Quelimane, (Zambezia) April Maputo African Film Week (also travels to other locations including Ilha de Mocambique) May AZGO Arts Festival (Maputo) June Kueto Siriwala Ibo Festival (Ibo Island) & Kugoma Short Film Fest (Maputo) July Tambo International Art Camp & Festival (Pemba) August Timbila festival Quissico (Inhambane), Niassa Choir Festival (Niassa), More Jazz Series (Maputo) November Mafalala Festival (Maputo), Ibo International Festival (Ibo Island), Kinani Dance Festival (Maputo) 5 LIVING IN MAPUTO 29 OCTOBER 2014 6 LIVING IN MAPUTO 29 OCTOBER 2014 OCTOBER NOVEMBER GIRASSOL HEALTH CLUB & SPA TIME FOR YOURSELF This is a modern and inspiring ambiance perfect for your mental and physical well being HAIRDRESSING Applying dye or highlights, you will get 20% OFF on SCHWARZKOPF products. 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[email protected] www.girassolhoteis.co.mz 7 LIVING IN MAPUTO AGENDA | 29 OCTOBER 2014 MUSIC EVENTS MAPUTO WEATHER Thursday 30 OCTOBER Bar Gil Vicente | Rir as Quintas | 19h00 Soul Gourmet Real Jazz Project | 19h00 MAPUTO TIDES Bella Madalena | Fado | 20h30 Bar & Bar | Soul Jazz | 20h30 Dolce Vita | Miguel Xabindza | 21h00 Friday 31 OCTOBER Ntsindya 6ª Jazz Malhangalene Jazz Quartet | 21h00 Bar & Bar | Karaoke | 21h00 Mafalala Libre | Luka Mukhavele | 21h00 ART & PHOTO EXHIBITIONS 31 OCTOBER UNTIL 21 NOVEMBER Kulungwana Roger Ballen Kadoc | Kizomba versus Hip Hop | 22h00 UNTIL 4 NOVEMBER Bar Gil Vicente | Live Music | 22h00 Musart Naguib “Tatuagens d’Alma” Parque dos Poetas | Boy G Mendes | 20h00 UNTIL 5 NOVEMBER Elvis Pool Bar | Live Music | 22h30 Brazilian Cultural Centre Expo Students ENAV Xima Bar Live music 22h30 CCFM Masque Saturday 1 NOVEMBER 5 UNTIL 5 NOVEMBER THEATRE & CINEMA EVENTS CCFM Maputo | Reggae Slam | 18h00 THURSDAY 30 OCTOBER Parque dos Continuadores | Kakana | 19h00 CCFM Maputo Afro Swing 19h00 Elvis Pool Bar | Karaoke | 19h00 Bar e Bar | Dance Sounds | 20h00 Auditorio Municipal Matola | Improriso | 21h00 FRIDAY & SATURDAY & SUNDAY Gungu “Com quem fica a casa do papá?”18h30 SUNDAY 2 & NOVEMBER Teatro Avenida Xapa 100 my love 18h00 Bar Gil Vicente | Live Music | 22h00 Xima Bar live music 22h00 Sunday 2 NOVEMBER Elvis Pool Bar | Matine dancante | 19h00 Dolce vita | Vitaacustico | 19h00 OTHER EVENTS Thursday 30 OCTOBER Maputo a Pe Maputo top 10 Walking tour Meet at Hotel Rovuma Friday 31 OCTOBER Feima FIB – International Baby Fair Saturday 1 NOVEMBER Bar e Bar | Jazz | 19h00 Café Camissa | Projecto Malavi | 20h00 Monday 3 NOVEMBER Bella Madallena | Karaoke | 19h00 For a full list of events venues in Maputo, please click here Feima FIB – International Baby Fair Livro Aberto Halloween Party 10h00 ISM Food Fair 11h00 Natural History Museum Waterbird Identification Course 13h00 SUNDAY 2 NOVEMBER Feima FIB- International Baby Fair Natural History Museum Waterbird Identification Course 8h30 8 LIVING IN MAPUTO ACTIVITIES & COURSES | 29 OCTOBER 2014 YOUR ACTIVITY IN LIVING IN MAPUTO MUSIC LESSONS MUSIC LESSONS Experienced music teacher, proven through Berklee College of Music, Boston - USA ,University Eduardo Mondlane, Cross Roads Music School, International American School, available for private lessons in drums and percussion (djembe, ngoma, conga´s, pandeiro and fine percussion). Theory and practice including technique and reading music for each instrument. For more information: Daniel Vilanculos +258 84 422 8952 or [email protected] SOCIAL INTERNATIONS New in Maputo? Join the world’s largest expatriate network in Mozambique! InterNations.org facilitates life abroad and connects expats, online and live, in a network of personal trust. In Maputo, over 2,200 members can meet at monthly events and activities and get to know other expats. Join us at: www.InterNations.org/Maputo-expats Info: IN Maputo Ambassador - Luisa Freitas - [email protected] MAPUTO HASH HOUSE HARRIERS (SOCIAL RUNNING CLUB) Where? Meet us at The Aeroclube, Nº 1697, Av. Mártires da Machava When? Every Saturday - Fee: 80 MT [email protected] MAPUTO BRIDGE CLUB Where? The Aeroclube, Nº 1697, Av. Mártires da Machava When? Every Monday, 19h00 to 22h00 - Fee: 50 MT Contact: Ken Gunn (Cell) +258 82 425 0820 or [email protected] All levels welcome. If you don’t have a partner, contact us on Monday afternoon so that we can arrange one for you! HEALTH SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION Come learn the simple techniques of Sahaja Yoga meditation at Brazilian Center every Tuesday from 17h30 to 19h00. Free of charge. For more information email: [email protected] or visit www.sahajayogamz.info or call +258 84 684 5840/ +258 82 044 1100. SPORT ULTIMATE FRESBEE Join our Sunday pick-up games on the beach of Costa do Sol. Ultimate is a fast paced coed team sport played all over the world by a fast growing community. Experienced disc players and beginners are welcome to join our games. Check the website (www.mozultimate.com) for the schedule or send an e-mail to: [email protected] 9 LIVING IN MAPUTO CLASSIFIEDS | 29 OCTOBER 2014 ADVERTISE IN OUR CLASSIFIEDS NORMAL - 400 MZN + VAT SPECIAL - 530 MZN + VAT BILINGUAL - 800 MZN + VAT Special and Bilingual classifieds will be published on our website, classifieds facebook page and publications. 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