VOICED: From Africa's greatest hotel to Mozambique's biggest squat

The Grand Hotel in Beira, once a luxurious establishment, now houses 750 families living in dire conditions due to the aftermath of the Mozambique Civil War. The hotel lacks basic amenities like electricity and running water, and its former grandeur is a distant memory. Residents, including many children, live rent-free but face significant hardships. Despite these challenges, the population continues to grow, with over 3,500 people now calling the hotel home.

What was the original status of the Grand Hotel in Beira?

• A government building

• A school

• A local inn

• A luxurious hotel

What are some of the challenges faced by the residents of the Grand Hotel?

• High rent costs

• Lack of food

• No electricity or running water

• Frequent natural disasters

How have the residents adapted to living in the Grand Hotel?

• By building new rooms

• By creating makeshift homes

• By moving to nearby towns

• By renovating the hotel

What activities do most adults in the Grand Hotel engage in?

• Full-time jobs

• Small trade and temporary work

• Tourism

• Farming

What is the current population of the Grand Hotel?

• 750 families

• 1,500 residents

• 3,500 residents

• 5,000 residents