It was originally named for the Portuguese trader who first explored the region in 1544.  That name-Lourenzo Marques-was changed to the present one in 1976 following its country's independence.  Since then tourism, once a prominent industry, has all but disappeared and strained relations with neighboring countries such as South Africa have reduced 
It was originally named for the Portuguese trader who first explored the region in 1544.  That name-Lourenzo Marques-was changed to the present one in 1976 following its country's independence.  Since then tourism, once a prominent industry, has all but disappeared and strained relations with neighboring countries such as South Africa have reduced its importance as a port.  FTP, name this city, the capital of Mozambique.
It was originally named for the Portuguese trader who first explored the region in 1544.  
Maputo  [Prompt on "Lourenzo Marques" before it is said]