The construction of large dams on the Zambezi River has resulted in high social and environmental costs. This report’s research was generated from the perspective of the people of Mozambique, living in the wetlands along the river.

The paper has three parts. The first is “an introduction to the case study and a brief explanation of the doctrine of ecological debt. The second part is an investigation of some of the ecological impacts of the dams on the Zambezi River focusing mainly on two dams – Kariba and Cahora Bassa.” The third part summarizes the main findings and conclusions of the case study and reiterates the justification for the ecological debt owed to Mozambique.

“Overall, this case study on the construction of dams on the Zambezi River reveals the negative effects of the neoliberal policies of imperialist countries supported by their TNCs on economically poor countries.”

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