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  • Name
    Malawi
  • Full Name
    Republic of Malawi
  • Malawi is surrounded by the countries of Zambia, Mozambique and Tanzania.
    It is home to one of Africa's and the worlds' largest lakes and it is this Lake, Lake Malawi that attracts the most visitors due to its abundant fish and wildlife and water activities including diving, snorkeling and fishing.

    Independent from the British since 1964, Malawi is mountainous to the north and low lying in the south with Lake Malawi to the east.

    The country is home to some of the friendliest people you can meet.
  • Capital
    Lilongwe
  • Largest City
    Blantyre
  • Population
    13,931,831
  • Area
    118,484 km2
  • Languages Spoken
    English
  • Religion
    Christian
  • Time Zone
    CAT (UTC+2)
  • Currency
    Kwacha
  • Dialing Code
    +265
  • Internet Domain
    .mw