
Location of Xai-Xai in Mozambique
'Xai-Xai' (pronounced ''shy-shy'') (pre-1975: 'João Belo') is a city in the south of
Mozambique. It is the capital of
Gaza Province and has a population of 103,251 (
1997 census).
Xai-Xai is located close to the
Indian Ocean, on the
Limpopo River. It lies on the
EN1 road northeast of
Maputo and is known for its beach at
Praia do Xai-Xai.
Languages
The main languages spoken in the city are
Portuguese and
Tsonga.
Transport
Xai Xai is served by a 762mm gauge railway.