Population: 20 million
Malawi has a population of 20 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $13 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Malawi is $13 billion ($650 per capita).
Capital: Lilongwe
The capital city of Malawi is Lilongwe. Currency: Malawian Kwacha (MWK).
Languages: English, Chichewa
Official/main languages: English, Chichewa. Area: 118,484 km². Continent: Africa.
Malawi Overview
Malawi (🇲🇼) is located in Africa with a total area of 118,484 km². The country has a population of 20 million and its capital is Lilongwe.
Economy
- GDP: $13 billion
- GDP per capita: $650
- Currency: Malawian Kwacha (MWK)
Key Facts
- Capital: Lilongwe
- Languages: English, Chichewa
- Area: 118,484 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Malawi profile
Use the population of 20 million together with the area of 118,484 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $13 billion and GDP per capita of $650 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Malawi data sources and update scope
This Malawi profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Malawi?
The population of Malawi is approximately 20 million.
What is the GDP of Malawi?
The GDP of Malawi is approximately $13 billion, which translates to $650 per capita.
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.