In coastal Mozambique, fisherwoman Muaija is leading change in her community. From surviving cyclones to replanting mangroves and empowering women, she’s defying the odds and proving that strength and leadership can rise from the sea itself. Working with Rare, Muaija teaches others to protect the ocean, build resilience, and lead — with hope for today and future generations.
This story is part of Rare’s Mozambique Stories collection — sharing the voices of coastal fishers and community leaders protecting their ocean and shaping a resilient future.
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