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Malawi — silhouette, capital and facts
Malawi is in Africa and its capital is Lilongwe. With about 20 million people and 118,484 km², it ranks 98th in area and 62nd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Malawi, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 20 million
- Area
- 118,484 km²
- Language
- English and Chichewa
- Currency
- Malawian kwacha
- Flag colors
- black, red, green
Borders
Malawi shares a land border with 3 countries: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
Fun facts about Malawi
- Lake Malawi is home to hundreds of cichlid fish species, most of them found nowhere else.
- At age 14, William Kamkwamba built a wind turbine from scrap to bring electricity to his family.
- Malawi is known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa' for the hospitality of its people.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.
Which continent is Malawi in?
Malawi is in Africa.
Which countries border Malawi?
Malawi shares a land border with 3 countries: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Malawi?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Malawi is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Malawi?
Lake Malawi is home to hundreds of cichlid fish species, most of them found nowhere else. At age 14, William Kamkwamba built a wind turbine from scrap to bring electricity to his family. Malawi is known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa' for the hospitality of its people.
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