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A presentation on Malawi Bugala Study Centre By Dominic Mtumbuka and Chifundo Tenthani 06/06/22 chifundo2008

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Page 1: Malawi Presentation

A presentation on MalawiBugala Study Centre

By Dominic Mtumbuka and

Chifundo Tenthani

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Malawi Brief History A dynasty known as the

Maravi Empire was founded by the Amaravi people in the late 15th century. The Amaravi, who eventually became known as the Chewa (a word possibly derived from a term meaning "foreigner"), migrated to Malawi from the region of the modern day Republic of Congo to escape unrest and disease. The Chewa attacked the Akafula, who settled in small family clans without a unified system of protection. Using a system of destruction they would later employ in hunting predatory animals, the Chewa hunted down and butchered the Akafula.

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Malawi Brief HistoryIn colonial times it was

known as British Central Africa and Nyasaland 1889 and was at one time part of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland. The country reached full independence, as Malawi, in 1964.

The Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland was dissolved on 31December 1963.

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Malawi Past and Present RulersHis Excellency the Life

President Ngwazi Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda 1964-1994

First president of the first political grouping the National African Congress from 1959

A dictator by all meansNo other poster, clock,

or picture could be placed higher on the wall than the president's picture.

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Malawi Past and Present RulersDr Bakili Muluzi 1994-

2004A very corrupt politician

who plundered the Malawi economy and enriched himself and his pals.

Current leader of the main “opposition party” United Democratic Front

Wants to run for presidency again

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Malawi Past and Present RulersDr Bingu wa Muthalika

2004- dateWas UDF but left the

UDF party on 5 February 2005 citing differences with the UDF, particularly over his anti-corruption campaign

Formed his own Democratic Progressive Party

Seen by many Malawians as savior

Recently knighted Ngwazi

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Malawi Key FactsLocation: SE AfricaTime: GMT + 2.Area: 118,484 km2 (45,747 sq

miles).Population: 13.6 million (CIA

estimate 2007Population density: 114 per km2

Capital: LilongweLanguages: English and Chichewa

are both official. Chichewa is widely spoken but the language of the business community is English.

Religion: 80% are Christian, 13% Muslim. A recorded 4.3% of the remaining 7% have no religion

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The flag of Malawi

• Officially adopted on July 6, 1964, on the day it gained independence from British rule.

• Malawi was earlier a protectorate of Britain and was called Nyasaland.

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The Malawi flag

• Modeled on the banner adopted by the Malawi Congress Party that led the struggle for independence.

• The black stripe on the Malawi flag stands for the African people.

• The red color symbolizes the blood shed for their independence struggle

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The Malawi flag

• The green color signifies the country's vegetation.

• The rising sun is symbolic of the dawn of freedom and hope among the people of the African continent.

• Black, red and green are considered as the “black liberation “colors.

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Coat of Arms• The national crest has the

rising sun at the top and bottom, representing the dawn of freedom in Africa. The fish eagle and wavy bands on the shield symbolize Lake Malaŵi while the lion and the leopard guard the crest as a whole. The land at the base is the rugged Mulanje mountain. The crest bears the motto 'Unity and Freedom'. 04/08/23 chifundo2008

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Malawi GeographyMalawi shares borders N

and NE with Tanzania, to the S, E and SW with Mozambique and to the W with Zambia.

Lake Malawi, the third largest lake in Africa, is the dominant feature of the country, forming the eastern boundary with Tanzania and Mozambique.

The scenery varies in the country’s three regions.

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Malawi GeographyThe Northern Region is

mountainous, with the highest peaks reaching over 2,500m (8,200ft), and features the rolling Nyika Plateau, rugged escarpments, valleys and the thickly forested slopes of the Viphya Plateau.

The Central Region is mainly a plateau, over 1,000m (3,300ft) high, with fine upland scenery. This is the country’s main agricultural area.

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Malawi GeographyThe Southern Region is

mostly low-lying except for the 2,100m- (6,890ft-) high Zomba Plateau south of Lake Malawi and the huge, isolated Mulanje Massif (3,000m/10,000ft) in the southeast.

The variety of landscape and the wildlife it supports make this relatively un-spoilt country particularly attractive to visitors.

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Main Exports

The main Foreign exchange earner is tobacco

Tea, coffee, cotton, macadamia nuts and sugar also play a role

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EnergyJust like many African countries, the use of

biomass as an energy source is highEfficient use of this resource is being

promotedPetroleum moves the transport sectorAttempts are underway to start using ethanol

in carsMalawi has four hydropower stationsBlack outs is a common occurrence

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CultureMusic and dances

play a big role to show happiness and cerebrate different occasions

Like to warnAnd just for fun

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The peopleWealth not well

distributedMost are poorAlways smilingThe people of Malawi

are accurately described as the friendliest on the continent. It is they who make this country the Warm Heart of Africa.

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National SpecialtiesFresh fish from Lake Malawi is the

country’s speciality, chambo (Tilapia fish) being the main lake delicacy.

There are trout from streams on the Zomba, Mulanje and Nyika plateaus.

White maize eaten with vegetables and sometimes meat or fish.

Nthochi (bread made with banana).Mbatata cookies (made with sweet

potato and cinnamon).

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EducationPrimary School Std

1-8Secondary School

Form 1-4A- Levels are

optionalUniversity

Two Government Two Church Based

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www.unima.mw•www.chanco.unima.mw•www.poly.ac.mw•www.kcn.unima.mw•www.medcol.mw•www.bunda.unima.mw

www.mzuni.ac.mw

www.ulivingstonia.orgwww.cunima.net

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CommunicationsTwo mobile

companiesZain: Roaming

fulltimeTNM

One landline company

Internet access is available

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National drinksThe local beer is very good. Carlsberg has a plant here

and offer a large range of brands

Sobo are the main manufacturers of soft drinks

Malawi gin and tonic (MGT) is well known and inexpensive, with almost cult status.

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ShoppingMalawi produces a variety of

colourful arts and crafts. Items are invariably handmade and there is no factory production of curios. Purchases include woodcarvings, wood and cane furniture, soapstone carvings, decorated wooden articles, colourful textiles, pottery, beadwork, cane and raffia items.

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SportsMalawi just like many

countries has passion for soccer.

The team has qualified for the next phase on the road to Angola and SA

The national soccer team is nicknamed Flames which means Malawi

Netball, volleyball, basketball, tennis are also popular

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Top Things To See Discover Mzuzu, the capital

of the northern region. There are two game areas in the region: the beautiful and unique plateau of Nyika National Park and the Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve. The famous Livingstonia Mission, with its interesting museum, is nearby.

Lilongwe, Malawi's capital. Alongside the traditional Old Town, with its interesting markets, is the modern city and seat of government with its imaginative architecture in a garden setting.

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Top Things To See North of Blantyre, be

mesmerized by the stunning views at the top of the 2,100m (6,890ft) Zomba Plateau. Its vast forests and waterfalls tower above Zomba, a university town and the former capital.

The magnificent Mulanje Massif. The highest point of this huge block of mountains, which cover more than 640 sq km (250 sq miles) and rise to over 3,000m (10,000ft), can be seen at Sapitwa.

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Top Things To See Look for elephants

during the early mornings and evenings in Kasungu National Park, where they appear to drink from dambos (river channels). The grasslands support large herds of buffalo and some varieties of antelope, such as kudu and reedbuck.

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Top Things To See The 24,000 sq km (15,000

sq miles) lake that lies in the deep, trough-like rift valley, running the length of the country. Lake Malawi contains more fish than any other lake in the world and some of the rarest tropical fish are unique to it.

The Anglican Cathedral, built by missionaries over 100 years ago, on Likoma Island. Located on the east side of the lake, near the Mozambique shore, the island also offers excellent swimming.

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Top Things to seeThe world's first freshwater

national park and its renowned settings and attractions. Lake Malawi National Park, close to Monkey Bay, lies towards the southern extremity of the lake. Snorkelling or scuba-diving reveals tropical fish and further inland klipspringer, bushbuck and vervet monkeys can be seen.

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Getting There: By AirThe national airline is Air Malawi

(QM) (website: www.airmalawi.com).

Main AirportsLilongwe International is

26km from the city, journey time – 25 to 30 minutes.

Chileka is 13km from the city.A domestic network that

provides regular links between Blantyre, Lilongwe, Mzuzu and Club Makokola on the southern lakeshore

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Getting There: By WaterThe Ilala Ferry

connects Malawian ports with Metangula and Cóbuè in Mozambique.

Cruises on Lake Malawi are available by local steamer. Food and cabins are available. For details contact local travel bureaux.

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Getting There: By RoadThere are road connections with

Mozambique at Mwanza in SW Malawi and at Chiponde in the E; with Tanzania at the Songwe River Bridge in the far NW of the country. From Zambia, the main crossing point is on the main Lilongwe–Lusaka highway 30km (19 miles) east of Chipata in the W.

Border crossing points are generally open between 0600-1800. The border personnel just like all Malawians are very friendly

Very luxurious buses operate between cities

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