The Mozambican Civil War (1977–1992) took its toll on educational efforts. Schools, as part of the governmental infrastructure, were a particular target of Renamo attacks,and the literacy rate fell back from 20% in 1983 to 14% in 1990.The situation improved after the end of the war and in 1998 the UN estimated a literacy rate of 40%; however the rate among women was still only half that among men. I don't know Bob & Betsy but, any efforts or attention they brought to Israel & Egypt education or learning about this area and the people of it during 1992 should be greatly appreciated. Beautiful woven wall hanging.