Yiamukela Vapfumba eka Visual Arts & Drama wa ISSEA. Hoyo Hoyo!
Bem-vindos a todos as Artes Visuais e Teatro do ISSEA!
Welcome everyone to ISSEA Visual Arts & Drama!
Dear ISSEA Parents,
I am delighted that you will be joining us for this year’s ISSEA Visual Arts & Drama and look forward to welcoming you to the American International School of Mozambique. I hope the information below helps you prepare for an enjoyable and memorable visit.
Event Overview
You are warmly invited to attend all ISSEA events. Please explore the rest of this website for schedules, information, emergency contacts, and additional details. Guest WiFi will be available during the event (see password above).
The Opening Ceremony will take place at 08:00 on Thursday. When planning your transportation, please note that traffic around the school can be heavy, particularly in the morning. Please consult with your hotel staff about the best time to depart.
Facilities and Spaces
Events will be held on our main campus. You are welcome to visit our PTA-sponsored Coaches, Chaperone & Parent Lounge in MT3 whenever you need a break or refreshments.
You are also welcome to explore the campus, especially our library, cafeteria, and the Café Sol coffee shop. There is an ATM on campus in case you need any cash. I hope you will also take some time to wander around to enjoy the many beautiful pieces of student artwork that are on display all around our campus.
Safety and Wellbeing
Maputo is a welcoming and friendly city. The area around the school is generally safe. As in any major city, we encourage you to use common sense by avoiding the display of valuables and remaining aware of your surroundings. Below, you'll find recommendations for local restaurants and other places to explore.
Walking along the beachfront or the wide seaside path known as the Marginal is a pleasant and safe daytime activity. Many residents enjoy running and exercising there.
Sportsmanship
We are committed to modeling excellent behavior for our students. It is mandatory that all ISSEA visitors review and follow the ISSEA Spectator Code of Conduct, also linked above. Kindly take a few minutes to review and submit it before you join us for the Visual Arts and Drama Festival.
Appreciation
Hosting an event like this requires a small army of staff and volunteers. Please join me in thanking our Activities (ILD) Team, maintenance and cleaning staff, PTA, Booster Club, student organizing committee, student ambassadors, host families, Communications team, IT team, and everyone else who have been working so hard to create a memorable experience.
And finally, thank YOU for coming to enjoy the ISSEA Visual Arts & Drama Festival at AISM. If there is anything we can do to support you during your stay, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or any member of our team.
Sincerely,
Dr. Russ Menard
Director
Below you will find a few recommendations followed by a map of nearby coffee shops, restaurants, hotels and other places of interest!
Please reach out to any of the AISM adult or student ambassadors for further support!
🔗 Ritual Specialty Coffee (4.9)
⭐ One of the highest-rated cafés in Maputo
🔗 LF Café (4.6)
⭐ Stylish café with strong reviews and central location
🔗 BICA Maputo (4.5)
⭐ Popular for specialty coffee and modern vibe
🔗 Bean Coffee Shop (4.5)
⭐ Consistently high ratings for coffee quality
🔗 Café NØRA (4.5)
⭐ Cozy, quieter café—good for working
🔗 Chez Fred (4.3)
⭐ Very popular, large number of reviews
🔗 Oak café (4.3)
⭐ Well-known local favorite with many reviews
🔗 KAY Brunch Café (4.7)
⭐ Trendy brunch-style café with high ratings
🔗 Café Sol (4.0)
⭐ Long-standing, popular café/restaurant hybrid
🔗 Casa De Bagel (4.4)
⭐ Variety of coffee, juices, bagels and desserts in Baia Mall
🔗 Campo Alto (4.2)
⭐ Affordable pizzas & other Italian options. Also check out BBQ House & Restaurant Istanbul (Baia Mall).
🔗 South Beach (4.3)
⭐ Beachfront dining with a relaxed vibe.
🔗 SALT Restaurant Maputo (4.7)
⭐ Stylish coastal dining venue.
🔗 Bel Piatto Carne (4.0)
⭐ One of the best steakhouses in town.
🔗 Campo das Acacias (4.2)
⭐ Indoor & outdoor seating and variety of food options.
🔗 Lumma (4.7)
⭐ Highly-rated local favorite with great ambience.
🔗 WabiSabi (4.2)
⭐ Sushi & Poke Bowls, Chicken & Beef Bowls situated in Parquinho. Also check out Campo de Fiori
🔗 Desfrute (4.5)
⭐ Portuguese style restaurant
🔗 Campo di Mare (Maritimo) (4.5)
⭐ Coastal Seafood & Local Flavours
🔗 Mundo's (4.1)
⭐ Popular casual spot with a large menu (burgers, pizzas, grills).
🔗 Zambi (4.4)
⭐ Fine dining with contemporary Mozambican cuisine.
🔗 Dhow Restaurant and Art Gallery (4.5)
⭐ Classic waterfront restaurant + art space.
🔗 Tunduru (4.2)
⭐ Historic botanical park in central Maputo.
🔗 Catedral de Maputo (4.5)
⭐ Iconic cathedral in downtown.
🔗 Fortaleza de Maputo (4.1)
⭐ Colonial fort & museum.
🔗 Museu de Historia Natural (4.2)
⭐ Natural history museum.
🔗 Museu Nacional de Arte (4.0)
⭐ National art museum.
🔗 Praça da Independência (4.4)
⭐ Central historic square.
🔗 Casa de Ferro (4.1)
⭐ Historic iron house attraction.
🔗 Feira de Artesanato (FEIMA) (4.3)
⭐ Arts & crafts fair experience.
🔗 Explore Baixa (downtown) (4.0)
⭐ Samora Machel statue & street murals — cultural immersion.