The Southern African Development Community

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is an organisation that strives for
regional integration to promote economic growth, peace and security in the southern African
region. It aims to create common political values, systems and institutions among its 14 member
states, to build social and cultural ties, and to help alleviate poverty and enhance the standard of
living among a regional population of over 250-million. It stands for the sovereignty of its
member states, the upholding of human rights and the rule of law, and the peaceful settlement of
disputes.
The 14 SADC member states are:

Angola

Botswana

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Lesotho

Madagascar

Malawi

Mauritius

Mozambique

Namibia

South Africa

Swaziland

Tanzania

Zambia

Zimbabwe

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Malawi

Map of Mozambique

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Map of Sawaziland

Gateway from Southafrica to Swaziland

Gateway from Southafrica to Mozambique

Gateway From Southafrica To Malawi

Climate of Mozambique

Mozambique has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a
dry season from April to September. Climatic conditions vary depending on altitude. Rainfall is
heavy along the coast and decreases in the north and south.
Annual precipitation varies from 500 to 900 mm (19.7 to 35.4 in) depending on the region with
an average of 590 mm (23.2 in). Cyclones are also common during the wet season. Average
temperature ranges in Maputo are from 13 to 24 C (55.4 to 75.2 F) in July to 22 to 31 C (71.6
to 87.8 F) in February.
Climate of Swaziland
The climate of Swaziland varies from tropical to near temperate. The seasons are the reverse of
those in the Northern Hemisphere with December being mid-summer and June mid-winter.
Generally speaking, rain falls mostly during the summer months, often in the form of
thunderstorms. Winter is the dry season. Annual rainfall is highest on the Highveld in the West,
between 1,000 and 2,000 mm (39.4 and 78.7 in) depending on the year. The further East, the less
rain, with the Lowveld recording 500 to 900 mm (19.7 to 35.4 in) per annum. Variations in
temperature are also related to the altitude of the different regions. The Highveld temperature is
temperate and, seldom, uncomfortably hot while the Lowveld may record temperatures around
40 C (104 F) in summer.
The average temperatures at Mbabane, according to seasons:
Spring

September October

18 C (64.4 F)

Summer

November March

20 C (68 F)

Autumn

April May

17 C (62.6 F)

Winter

June August

13 C (55.4 F)

Climate Of Malawi
Malawi's climate is generally tropical. A rainy season runs from November to April. There is
little to no rainfall throughout much of the country from May to October. It is hot and humid
from September to April along the lake and in the lower Shire Valley, with average daytime
maximam around 27 to 29 C (80.6 to 84.2 F). Lilongwe is also hot and humid during these
months, albeit far less than in the south. The rest of the country is warm during those months
with a maximum temperature during the day around 25 C (77 F). From June through August,
the lake areas and south are comfortably warm, with daytime maxima of around 23 C (73.4 F),

but the rest of Malawi can be chilly at night, with temperatures ranging from 1014 C (50.0
57.2 F). High altitude areas such as Mulanje and Nyika are often cold at night (around 68 C
or 42.846.4 F) during June and July. Karonga in the far north shows little variation in
temperature with maximum daytime temperature remaining around 25 to 26 C (77.0 to 78.8 F)
all year round but is unusual in that April and May are the wettest times of the year due to
strengthening southerly winds along the lake.

Capital of Mozambique
Maputo, the capital of Mozambique and the largest city in the country.
Capital Of Malawi
Lilongwe is the largest and capital city of Malawi with an estimated population of 1,077,116 for
2015. The city is located in the central region of Malawi,
Capital of Swaziland
The capital city of Swaziland is Lobamba, Mbabane.

Mozambique language and Flag

Malawi language and Flag

Swaziland Language and Flag

Health Information for Travelers to Malawi

Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor (ideally, 4-6 weeks) before your trip
to get vaccines or medicines you may need.
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some
vaccines may also be required for travel.
Routine vaccines
Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before every trip. These vaccines include
measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella
(chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are
visiting.
Hepatitis A
CDC recommends this vaccine because you can get hepatitis A through contaminated food or
water in Malawi, regardless of where you are eating or staying.
Malaria
You will need to take prescription medicine before, during, and after your trip to prevent malaria.
Your doctor can help you decide which medicine is right for you, and also talk to you about other
steps you can take to prevent malaria. See more detailed information about malaria in Malawi.

Typhoid
You can get typhoid through contaminated food or water in Malawi. CDC recommends this
vaccine for most travelers, especially if you are staying with friends or relatives, visiting smaller
cities or rural areas, or if you are an adventurous eater.

Health Information for Travelers to Mozambique

Hepatitis A
CDC recommends this vaccine because you can get hepatitis A through contaminated food or
water in Mozambique, regardless of where you are eating or staying.
Malaria
You will need to take prescription medicine before, during, and after your trip to prevent malaria.
Your doctor can help you decide which medicine is right for you, and also talk to you about other
steps you can take to prevent malaria. See more detailed information about malaria in
Mozambique.
Typhoid
You can get typhoid through contaminated food or water in Mozambique. CDC recommends this
vaccine for most travelers, especially if you are staying with friends or relatives, visiting smaller
cities or rural areas, or if you are an adventurous eater.
Hepatitis B
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood products, so
CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing,
or have any medical procedures.
Rabies
Rabies can be found in dogs, bats, and other mammals in Mozambique, so CDC recommends
this vaccine for the following groups:

Travelers involved in outdoor and other activities (such as camping, hiking, biking, adventure
travel, and caving) that put them at risk for animal bites.
People who will be working with or around animals (such as veterinarians, wildlife
professionals, and researchers).

People who are taking long trips or moving to Mozambique

Children, because they tend to play with animals, might not report bites, and are more likely to
have animal bites on their head and neck.
Yellow Fever
There is no risk of yellow fever in Mozambique. The government of Mozambique requires proof
of yellow fever vaccination only if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever.
This does not include the US. If you are traveling from a country other than the US, check this
list to see if you may be required to get the yellow fever vaccine: Countries with risk of yellow
fever virus (YFV) transmission.

Health Information for Travelers to Swaziland

Hepatitis A
CDC recommends this vaccine because you can get hepatitis A through contaminated food or
water in Swaziland, regardless of where you are eating or staying.
Typhoid
You can get typhoid through contaminated food or water in Swaziland. CDC recommends this
vaccine for most travelers, especially if you are staying with friends or relatives, visiting smaller
cities or rural areas, or if you are an adventurous eater.
Hepatitis B
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood products, so
CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing,
or have any medical procedures.
Malaria
When traveling in Swaziland, you should avoid mosquito bites to prevent malaria. You may need
to take prescription medicine before, during, and after your trip to prevent malaria, depending on
your travel plans, such as where you are going, when you are traveling, and if you are spending a
lot of time outdoors or sleeping outside. Talk to your doctor about how you can prevent malaria
while traveling. For more information on malaria in Swaziland, see malaria in Swaziland.
Rabies

Rabies can be found in dogs, bats, and other mammals in Swaziland, so CDC recommends this
vaccine for the following groups:

Travelers involved in outdoor and other activities (such as camping, hiking, biking, adventure
travel, and caving) that put them at risk for animal bites.
People who will be working with or around animals (such as veterinarians, wildlife
professionals, and researchers).
People who are taking long trips or moving to Swaziland
Children, because they tend to play with animals, might not report bites, and are more likely to
have animal bites on their head and neck.
Yellow Fever
There is no risk of yellow fever in Swaziland. The government of Swaziland requires proof of
yellow fever vaccination only if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever. This
does not include the US. If you are traveling from a country other than the US, check this list to
see if you may be required to get the yellow fever vaccine: Countries with risk of yellow fever
virus (YFV) transmission.

Historic sites in Swaziland

1. Hlane Royal National Park
Hlane Royal National Park is a park in Swaziland, roughly 67km northeast of Manzini along the MR3 road.[1] Prior to
the park being public, it was a private royal hunting ground. [1] Hlane, meaning 'wilderness',[2] was named by King
Sobhuza II.[3] It is now held in trust for the Nation by His Majesty King Mswati III, [3] and is managed by Big Game
Parks, a privately owned body.
The park was bisected by the MR3 highway in the 1960s under pressure from sugar estates at the park's borders.
Its popular because it has an abundant and diverse bird life, including the highest density of nesting white-backed
vultures in Africa.[3] Raptors include martial eagles, bateleurs, and long-crested eagles, as well as several species of
vultures including white-backed, white-headed, lappetfaced and the occasional Cape vulture. It has the southernmost
nesting site of the marabou stork.

2.

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

The sanctuary serves as a headquarters for the Big Game Parks including Mlilwane's sister reserves Hlane Royal
National Park and Mkhaya Game Reserve. The Sanctuary covers 4,560 hectares in the Ezulwini Valley or "Valley of
Heaven". Formerly a farming and tin mining area, the area has been rehabilitated and is now Swaziland's most
frequently visited reserve.
Mlilwane's first accommodation units built in 1960's

hiking (guided and self-guided)

game drives (either in private cars or in rented open 4x4 vehicles)

mountain biking (rented hourly at rest camp)

warm springs

horse riding (guided)

3.

Mlawula Nature Reserve

Mlawula Nature Reserve is situated in north-eastern Swaziland. It covers approximately 16,500 hectares and is
adjacent to Mbuluzi Game Reserve, Simunye Nature Reserve and Hlane Royal National Park.
The Mlawula area was first proclaimed as a protected area in 1914 but was subsequently deproclaimed and
subdivided into cattle ranches. The first part of Mlawula to be reproclaimed as a conservation area was donated to
the in 1978 as Ndzindza Nature Reserve. Mlawula Estates were purchased soon after followed by the donation of
Nyala Ranch.[1]

Mlawula has a high bird diversity and over 350 species have been recorded