IT’S official – the new Mozambique road, which includes the longest suspension bridge in Africa, is officially open.
The long-awaited road is set to cut travel time between Kosi Bay and Maputo from six hours to a mere 90 minutes.
Cross-border tour operators and tourists who regularly travel between South Africa and Mozambique are elated at the upgrade.
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In an official ceremony on Saturday, Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi declared the new road open for use.
‘This is a huge achievement!,’ said the KZN Department of Transport.
‘It will boost trade and tourism between South Africa and Mozambique.’
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