KaTembe, Administrative district in Maputo, Mozambique.
KaTembe is an administrative district that stretches across the southern shore of Maputo Bay, forming a peninsula connected to the mainland by a major bridge. The area comprises several distinct settlements linked by this infrastructure into a unified administrative region.
The district remained relatively isolated until 2018, when a major suspension bridge opened and established direct land access to central Maputo. This connection transformed how the area could be reached and developed.
The Tembe people who live here maintain customs and social ties that reflect both local heritage and broader regional influences. You can observe these traditions in how communities are organized and in daily practices across the peninsula.
The bridge connects KaTembe to Maputo and cuts travel time from several hours by ferry to just minutes by car or bus. This makes the area easily accessible for visitors who want to explore without lengthy journeys.
The name KaTembe comes from the Tembe people who historically lived in this region. This ethnic connection forms part of the local identity and is reflected in the names and heritage of the various settlements.
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