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The Limpopo River (/ l ɪ m ˈ p oʊ p oʊ /) rises in South Africa [2] and flows generally eastward through Mozambique to the Indian Ocean. The term Limpopo is derived from Rivombo (Livombo/Lebombo), a group of Tsonga settlers led by Hosi Rivombo who settled in the mountainous vicinity and named the area after their leader.
Limpopo River, river in southeast Africa that rises as the Krokodil (Crocodile) River in the Witwatersrand, South Africa, and flows on a semicircular course first northeast and then east for about 1,100 miles (1,800 km) to the Indian Ocean.
The Limpopo River rises in South Africa and flows generally eastward through Mozambique to the Indian Ocean. The term Limpopo is derived from Rivombo (Livombo/L...
The Limpopo River travels a distance of over 1 750 km from the confluence of the Marico and Crocodile Rivers in South Africa to the Indian Ocean at Xai Xai, in Mozambique. Along its route, the river forms the border between Botswana and South Africa, then the border between Zimbabwe and South Africa, before passing into Mozambique at Pafuri.
The Limpopo River flows in a wide semicircle through southern Africa. It empties into the Indian Ocean from Mozambique. The name Limpopo may mean “river of the waterfall” in Sesotho, a language spoken in southern Africa. The Limpopo River is about 1,100 miles (1,800 kilometers) long.
The Limpopo River, stretching 1,750 kilometers, supports diverse wildlife and local communities, making it a vital geographical feature in Southern Africa. From ancient rock artworks to iconic bridges, the Limpopo River’s allure and impact on regional climate patterns continue to captivate and inspire visitors and artists alike. Table of Contents.
The Limpopo river is 1,700 km (1,100 mi) long. It is located in southern Africa and it is a major river of the African continent. It is also the second largest river in Africa that drains to the Indian Ocean, after the Zambezi River.