Malawi
Capital
Lilongwe
Population
~19.6 million
Currency
Malawian Kwacha (MWK)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- English, Chichewa
- Religion
- Christianity, Islam
- Climate
- Tropical; hot and humid with a rainy season (November to May)
Culture & History
Known for: being the Warm Heart of Africa, its freshwater lake, and tobacco production
Also famous for: Lake Malawi, wildlife, and friendly people
Food: Nsima (maize flour porridge)
Brief History
British colony; gained independence in 1964; known for its warm people and Lake Malawi