Malawi - Tourist Information |
Statistics
Statistics
Population: 13 million
Area: 118 480 sq. kms.
GDP per capita: US$ 600
Languages: English, Chichewa |
Climate
Malawi has a sub-tropical climate with only two seasons, the dry- and wet season. The wet season lasts from mid October to April. The dry season is from May to October. |
Electricity
220/240 volts AC, 50 Hz.
A square 3-pin plug is used. |
Health Risks
Municipal tap water should be boiled or sterilized as a precaution. Bottled water is available and is advised to be used. Water outside the main cities and towns is often contaminated and...
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Public Holidays
01 January - New Years Day
15 January - John Chilembwe Day
03 March - Martyr’s Day
01 May - Labour Day
14 June - Freedom Day
06 July - Republic Day
25 December - Christmas
Moveable...
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Languages
Malawi has two official languages, namely English & chiChewa. Other important languages are: chiMpoto, chiNyanja (Eastern, Southern & Western), chiSena, chiTonga (Malawi), chiTumbuka, chiYao,...
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Religion
55% Protestant
20% Roman Catholic
20% Muslim
5% Indigenous Beliefs |