Mozambique Channel, Marine strait between Madagascar and East Africa
The Mozambique Channel extends 1,700 kilometers north to south, with depths reaching 3,292 meters and a minimum width of 419 kilometers between Madagascar and Africa.
The channel formed 180 million years ago during the separation of Gondwana, when Madagascar split from the African continent through tectonic plate movements.
Maritime communities along the channel maintain traditional fishing practices and navigation methods, connecting populations across Madagascar, Mozambique, and the Comoros Islands.
The waterway functions as a major shipping route between the Indian Ocean and South Africa, supporting regional trade and facilitating marine transport throughout Eastern Africa.
Large oceanic eddies form in the channel, creating circular water movements that extend hundreds of kilometers and influence marine life distribution patterns.
Location: M'lédjélé
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
Part of: Indian Ocean
GPS coordinates: -18.00000,41.00000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:37
Maritime straits are essential passages for navigation and global trade. These natural waterways between lands connect oceans and seas, allowing the movement of merchant ships and international maritime transport. From the English Channel to the Strait of Malacca, these passages are crucial for the maritime economy and commercial exchanges between continents.
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