General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Lilongwe |
| Country | Malawi |
| Currency | Malawian kwacha |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.3% |
| Gdp | $12.65 billion |
| Size | 118,484 km² |
| Population | 19,129,952 |
| Population density | 161.5 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.7 |
| City population | 16.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 15∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Chichewa, English |
| Population able to read | 64.6% |
| Population with a college degree | 3.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 11.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 45.7 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 6.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Air Malawi |
| Main airport | Kamuzu International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $1.5 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2/10km |
| Petrol | $1.00/l |
| Rental car | $20/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 16% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1200 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 16.48/MBits |
| Tld | .mw |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 13.1% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 75% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Chemists |
| Drugstore | Clicks |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 11pm |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Nsima | A thick maize porridge served with various stews and vegetables | 1-3 |
| Chambo | A type of fish found in Lake Malawi, grilled or fried | 5-10 |
| Kondowole | A stew made with groundnuts, tomatoes, onions, and meat | 3-5 |
| Likuni Phala | A spicy relish made with tomatoes, onions, and chili peppers | 2-4 |
| Mandasi | A fried dough ball similar to a donut | 1-2 |
| Thobwa | A rice dish cooked with vegetables and meat | 4-6 |
| Mbatata | A potato dish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices | 3-5 |
| Nandolo | A type of bean stew | 2-4 |
| Kachasu | A local spirit made from sugarcane | 5-10 per bottle |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi Gin and Tonic | A refreshing gin and tonic made with Malawi Gin, a locally distilled gin. | $5 |
| Kuche Kuche | A traditional Malawian beer made from maize and sorghum. | $2 |
| Chibuku | A traditional Malawian beer made from maize and sorghum. | $1 |
| Carlsberg | A popular international beer. | $3 |
| Heineken | A popular international beer. | $4 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chitenje | A colorful, printed cloth used for clothing and home décor | $5-$20 |
| Wood carvings | Handcrafted wooden sculptures of animals, people, and scenes from Malawian life | $10-$50 |
| Basketry | Woven baskets made from natural materials such as reeds, grass, and sisal | $5-$20 |
| Pottery | Handcrafted ceramic pots, bowls, and other items | $10-$50 |
| Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from beads, wire, and other materials | $5-$20 |
| Tea | Malawi is known for its high-quality tea | $5-$10 per pound |
| Coffee | Malawi also produces excellent coffee | $10-$15 per pound |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of a new year |
| Martyrs Day | March 3 | Commemorates those who died in the fight for independence |
| Good Friday | March/April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March/April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Independence Day | July 6 | Commemorates the country’s independence from British rule |
| Republic Day | July 6 | Celebrates the country’s becoming a republic |
| Kamuzu Day | May 14 | Celebrates the birthday of the country’s first president, Hastings Kamuzu Banda |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Celebrates the day after Christmas |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Nation |
| Online news | Nyasa Times |
| Tv | Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) |
| Radio | Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) |