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Economy of Mozambique

Mozambique is a country in Africa that has an economy which means that it is how people in the country make and spend money. Like when you get pocket money and you might want to spend it on toys or candy, people in Mozambique also have ways to make money and things they want to spend it on.

One way people in Mozambique make money is by farming. They have land where they grow things like cotton, peanuts, and corn. These things can be sold to other countries to make money. They also have animals like cows and chickens that they sell for meat.

Another way people make money is by fishing. Mozambique is next to the ocean so people can catch fish and sell them to people who want to eat them.

People in Mozambique also have jobs in cities. Jobs like working in shops, hospitals, and schools. These jobs can make more money than farming or fishing.

But even with all these ways to make money, Mozambique is one of the poorest countries in the world. This means that a lot of people don't have enough money to buy things they need like food and clothes.

The government in Mozambique is trying to make more jobs and help people make more money. They are also trying to make it easier for people to start their own businesses. This is called entrepreneurship.

In conclusion, Mozambique is a country where people make money by farming, fishing, and working in cities. The government is working hard to make it easier for people to make money and have a better life.