Malawi
Malawi is a country in Africa. Its capital is Lilongwe, and it shares land borders with 3 countries.
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 118,637 km² Number 98 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 3 countries
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.
Which countries border Malawi?
Malawi shares land borders with 3 countries: Mozambique, Tanzania and Zambia.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Lilongwe |
|---|---|---|
 Zambia | Lusaka | 609 km (379 mi) |
 Tanzania | Dodoma | 893 km (555 mi) |
 Mozambique | Maputo | 1,341 km (834 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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