Countries that border Malawi
Malawi shares land borders with 3 countries: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia. Tap any neighbour to see who it borders, or play the daily country game.
Malawi's neighbouring countries
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Key facts about Malawi
- CapitalLilongwe
- RegionEastern Africa
- Land borders3
- Area118,484 km²
- Population20,734,262
- ISO codeMW
Learning Malawi on the map
Knowing which countries border Malawi is one of the quickest ways to lock its position into memory. Try to place Malawi and its neighbours yourself in the country shape quiz — you guess from the outline, with distance and direction hints after every try.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries border Malawi?
Malawi borders 3 countries: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
Which countries share a border with Malawi?
The countries bordering Malawi are: Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia.
What is the capital of Malawi?
The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.