Malawi — Country Facts & Profile
Eastern Africa, Africa
Home to 20,734,262 residents, Malawi is an independent country located in Eastern Africa. Its 118,484 km² of land are administered from Lilongwe. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally. The national currency is the Malawian kwacha (MK MWK). The official languages are English and Chewa.
Fast Facts
Daily Life Indicators
Key indicators for visiting or living in Malawi.
Economic Facts
Malawi has a GDP per capita of $523, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Territorial Overview
Malawi is located in Eastern Africa at coordinates 13.50°S, 34.00°E. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 118,484 km² (45,747 mi²). Population density: 175 people per km². The highest point is Mulanje Massif at 3,002 m.
Zoos & Botanical Gardens
Malawi has 2 zoos.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Civic Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Malawi, including Bingu National Stadium with a capacity of 41,100 seats.
41,100 seats
Cities in the Malawi Network
Federal & Local Divisions
Frequently Asked Questions about Malawi
- What is the capital of Malawi?
- The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.
- What is the population of Malawi?
- Malawi has a population of approximately 20,734,262 people.
- What continent is Malawi in?
- Malawi is located in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
- Where is Malawi located?
- Malawi is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 13.5°S, 34.0°E.
- What currency does Malawi use?
- Malawi uses the Malawian kwacha (MK MWK).
- What is the capital and currency of Malawi?
- The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe and the currency is the Malawian kwacha (MWK).
- What languages are spoken in Malawi?
- The official languages of Malawi are English, Chewa.
- What is the area of Malawi?
- Malawi covers a total area of 118,484 km² (45,747 square miles).
- How large is Malawi in square miles?
- Malawi has a total area of approximately 45,747 square miles (118,484 km²).
- What is the population density of Malawi?
- Malawi has a population density of approximately 175 people per km².
- Is Malawi an independent country?
- Yes, Malawi is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Malawi border?
- Malawi shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Malawi?
- The GDP per capita of Malawi is approximately $523.
- What countries border Malawi?
- Malawi shares land borders with: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
- What is the country calling code for Malawi?
- The international calling code for Malawi is +265. To call Malawi from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +265 and the local number.
- What time zone is Malawi in?
- Malawi operates on the UTC+02:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Malawi?
- The highest point in Malawi is Mulanje Massif at 3,002 m (9,849 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Malawi?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Malawi is approximately $570 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Malawi?
- The average internet speed in Malawi is 11 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.