Malawi where is it map

The given Malawi location map shows that Malawi is located in the south-east of Africa continent. Malawi map also shows that Malawi is a landlocked country that shares its international boundaries with Zambia in the north-west, Tanzania in the north-east, and Mozambique in the east, south and west. Besides, the big lake i. Lake Malawi separates Malawi from Mozambique and Tanzania.

The Lake Malawi is great tourist centre in Malawi. The government type of Malawi is a democratic featured with multi-party system. The former name of Malawi was Nyasaland. However, the new name Malawi is derived from the Maravi, an old name of the Nyanja people who inhabit the area. Interestingly, the country has also a sobriquet i.

Major chunk of people live in the rural area and practice agriculture. The climate type of Malawi is hot in the low-lying areas i. Quick Facts. Location Map of African Countries. It has been marked on the map with a yellow upright triangle. In the extreme south, the elevation is just slightly above sea level. It is there that Malawi's lowest point sits at the junction of the Shire River and the border of Mozambique at 37 m.

Malawi is divided into three regions with 28 districts. The regions are Northern, Central, and Southern. Mzimba in the Northern region is the largest district by area 10, sq. Lilongwe in the Central District that houses the national capital of Lilongwe is the most populous one. Malawi is a landlocked nation in southeastern Africa in the Southern and Eastern Hemisphere regions of the Earth. It is bordered by three countries. Mozambique bounds it on the east, south, and southwest. Tanzania borders it to the north and northeast while Zambia is located to the west.

Regional Maps : Map of Africa. The outline map represents the country of Malawi. The map can be downloaded, printed, and used for educational purpose or coloring. This page was last updated on February 24, Home Africa Malawi. Regions and districts Map Where is Malawi? Outline Map Key Facts Flag.