Malawi
East Africa, Malawi
Malawi
People from Malawi are called:
Male/General:
Malawian
Pronunciation:
/məˈlɑːwiən/
Etymology & Origin
From the Maravi kingdom, possibly meaning 'flames' referring to the sun's reflection on Lake Malawi.
About Malawi
- Capital city: Lilongwe.
- Landlocked country known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa' for its friendly people.
- Home to Lake Malawi, one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world.
- English and Chichewa are official languages with predominantly agricultural economy.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 20,931,751 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Malawi
- Region:
- East Africa