Northern Region, Malawi · Africa
Mzuzu sits on the route: 40 minutes from Nkhata Bay.
Mzuzu is a city located in Northern Region, Malawi. With a population of 249,564, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Mzuzu sits in Malawi. It's in the Africa/Blantyre time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mzuzu to your route.
Mzuzu is the capital of Malawi's Northern Region and is the third largest city by population in Malawi. The city has 221,272 residents and 20,000 commuters (Mzuzu University students) with about ?? million people in its metropolitan area. It is situated in the Mzimba District. Mzuzu lies in a gap in the ViphyaRead more
Mountains, and the agricultural region surrounding the city specializes in tea, rubber and coffee cultivation. The Viphya Plantation south of the city is the largest man-made forest in Africa, and the Lunyangwa and Kaning'ina forest preserves are east of the city.
Some of the popularly known locations in the city include Chibavi, Luwinga, Area 1B, Chibanja, Katoto, Zolozolo, Masasa, Mchenga-utuba, Chimaliro, Kaning'ina and Katawa.
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Mzuzu is located in Northern Region, Malawi, Africa. The coordinates are -11.4656 latitude, 34.0207 longitude.
Mzuzu has a population of approximately 249,564 people, making it a city in Malawi.
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