[1] It is situated within the province of Nampula in Mozambique.

The district borders the districts of: Ribaue, Lalaua, Alto Molocue, Gurue, Cuamba, and others.

The district is dependent on agricultural production and the main sources are sourgum, corn, peanuts, and onions.

It is served by a way-station of the southern network of Mozambique Railways as well as the EN 13.

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