Nationalized Work

598 Churches

37,048

Malawi has a population of 21,279,597 as of 2023.

118,484 sq km / 45,747 sq mi (slightly larger than Ohio)

The capital city of Malawi is Lilongwe.

34.4% Chewa
18.9% Lomwe
13.3% Yao
10.4% Ngoni
9.2% Tumbuka
3.8% Sena
3.2% Mang’anja
6.9% Other

17.2% Roman Catholic
14.2% Presbyterian
45.9% Other Christian
13.8% Muslim
8.9% Other / Non-religious

English (Official)
Chichewa (Common)

There are multiple other dialects and languages spoken.

The Great Rift Valley runs through Malawi. The climate is hot with the exception of the mountains.

The majority of the economy is agricultural. Other sources of income are mining, manufacturing, as well as the services sector.

Dancing is a strong part of the Malawi culture and can be seen at marriage ceremonies and other celebrations.

The country gained independence from the UK in July 1964.