Zambezi

Zambezi is the fourth-longest river in Africa, and the largest flowing into the Indian Ocean from Africa. The area of its basin is 1,390,000 square kilometres (540,000 sq mi), slightly less than half of the Nile's. The 2,574-kilometre-long river (1,599 mi) has its source in Zambia and flows through eastern Angola, along the north-eastern border of Namibia and the northern border of Botswana, then along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe to Mozambique, where it crosses the country to empty into the Indian Ocean.

Geography

The Zambezi's most noted feature is Victoria Falls. Other notable falls include the Chavuma Falls at the border between Zambia and Angola, and Ngonye Falls, near Sioma in Western Zambia.

Hydrology

The Zambezi has a number of serious issues affecting its water quality, including siltation, pollution, invasive species and a lack of water in certain parts of the river. Despite these issues, the river is a huge source of hydroelectric power and is important for agriculture.

Wildlife

The river supports large populations of many large herbivores such as hippopotamus, elephant, and buffalo. The Zambezi also hosts many fish species and is famous for the Tigerfish.

Human activities

The river is used for a variety of human activities such as fishing, agriculture, hydropower and tourism. The Victoria Falls is a major tourist attraction and one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world.

See also

• List of rivers of Africa
• List of rivers of Zambia
• List of rivers of Mozambique

External links

• Zambezi River Authority website
• Zambezi Tourism website

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