Malawi (officially Republic of Malawi) is an independent country located in Eastern Africa, Africa. With a population of 20,734,262 people, it ranks #62 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 118,484 km² (#101 globally), with a population density of 175 people per km². The capital city is Lilongwe. The official languages are English, Chewa.
Key Facts
Population
20,734,262
#62 world ranking
Area
118,484 km²
#101 world ranking
Population Density
175/km²
Capital
Lilongwe
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+02:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Malawian kwacha (MK)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Tanzania
Mozambique
ZambiaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.
What is the population of Malawi?
Malawi has a population of 20,734,262 people, ranking #62 in the world by population.
How big is Malawi?
Malawi covers an area of 118,484 km², ranking #101 in the world by area. The population density is 175 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Malawi?
The official languages of Malawi are: English, Chewa.
What is the currency of Malawi?
The currency of Malawi is Malawian kwacha (MK).
What countries border Malawi?
Malawi shares borders with 3 countries: Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia.