Geography
Malawi is in Eastern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -13.5, 34; it has Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
Neighboring countries: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia
Africa
Malawi
Malawi is a country in Eastern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 20.7 million
- Area
- 118,484 km²
- Currency
- Malawian kwacha (MWK)
- Official language
- English, Chewa
- Calling code
- +265
- Internet TLD
- .mw
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Malawi map preview: -13.50, 34.00
People and Culture
Malawi uses English, Chewa in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Malawi varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Malawi is recorded with the official name Republic of Malawi. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Lilongwe
- Eastern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Lilongwe
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Malawi is grouped under Africa.
- Malawi has a listed area of 118,484 km².
- Malawi is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Malawi
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.
What continent is Malawi in?
Malawi is in Africa.
What currency does Malawi use?
Malawi uses the Malawian kwacha.
What language is spoken in Malawi?
English, Chewa is listed for Malawi in this database.