Basic Information | Malawi
| Official Name | Republic of Malawi |
| Common Name | Malawi |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Southeastern Africa |
| Capital City | Lilongwe |
| Largest City | Lilongwe (commercial hub is Blantyre) |
Geography | Malawi
| Total Area (sq km) | 118,484 |
| Land Borders | 3 countries (Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia) |
| Coastline | None (landlocked; has Lake Malawi shoreline) |
| Major Rivers | Shire River, Bua River, South Rukuru River |
| Major Mountains | Mulanje Massif, Nyika Plateau, Zomba Plateau |
| Climate | Subtropical; rainy season (Nov–Apr), dry season (May–Oct) |
Demographics | Malawi
| Population | ~21 million (2024 est.) |
| Population Density | ~177/sq km |
| Urbanization | ~18% of population lives in cities |
| Official Language(s) | English, Chichewa |
| Regional Languages | Lomwe, Yao, Tumbuka, Sena |
| Major Ethnic Groups | Chewa, Lomwe, Yao, Ngoni, Tumbuka, Sena, Tonga |
| Major Religions | Christianity (~77%), Islam (~14%), others |
Government & Politics | Malawi
| Government Type | Unitary Presidential Republic |
| Current Leader | President Lazarus Chakwera (as of 2025) |
| Administrative Divisions | 3 regions, 28 districts |
| Independence / Founding Date | 6 July 1964 (from the UK) |
Economy | Malawi
| Currency | Malawian Kwacha (MWK) |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~$13.6 billion (2023 est.) |
| GDP Per Capita | ~$650 |
| Major Industries | Agriculture (tobacco, tea, sugar, coffee, cotton), Mining, Food Processing |
| Major Exports | Tobacco, tea, sugar, coffee, groundnuts |
| Major Imports | Petroleum products, food, machinery, vehicles |
| Trade Partners | South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, China, EU |
Culture & Society | Malawi
| National Symbols | Rising sun (on flag), Fish eagle (national bird) |
| National Sport | Football (soccer) |
| Famous Festivals | Lake of Stars Festival, Likoma Festival |
| Cuisine Highlights | Nsima (maize porridge), Chambo (tilapia fish), Beans & greens stews |
| Literature & Arts | Traditional dance (Gule Wamkulu), wood carving, basketry |
| UNESCO Heritage Sites | Chongoni Rock-Art Area, Lake Malawi National Park |
Travel & Tourism | Malawi
| Top Tourist Attractions | Lake Malawi, Mount Mulanje, Nyika National Park, Liwonde National Park, Zomba Plateau |
| Best Time to Visit | Dry season (May–October) |
| Famous Cities | Lilongwe, Blantyre, Mzuzu, Zomba |
| Visa Requirement | Most nationalities require a visa (available online or on arrival) |
Other Key Facts | Malawi
| Time Zone(s) | Central Africa Time (CAT) UTC+2 |
| Internet Domain | .mw |
| Calling Code | +265 |
| Major Airports | Kamuzu International Airport (Lilongwe), Chileka International Airport (Blantyre) |
| Currency Symbol | MK |
| Literacy Rate | ~65% |
| Life Expectancy | ~64 years |
| Interesting Fact | Malawi is nicknamed the “Warm Heart of Africa” because of the friendliness of its people. |
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