Nation / PlaceMW

Malawi

Southern African landlocked nation reporting mpox clade Ib transmission.

Last refreshed: 12 May 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Common Questions

Where is Malawi located?

Malawi is a landlocked country in southern Africa, bordered by Tanzania, Zambia, and Mozambique, centred on Lake Malawi.Source: general knowledge

What is Malawi's capital?

Lilongwe is the capital and largest city of Malawi.Source: administrative data

What is the significance of Lake Malawi?

Lake Malawi is Africa's third-largest lake and dominates Malawi's geography, supporting fisheries and livelihoods.Source: general knowledge

Background

Southern African landlocked nation, population ~21m. Capital: Lilongwe. Dominated by Lake Malawi. Borders Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique. Reports Mpox clade Ib transmission.

How the World Sees Them

Pennsylvania Department of Public Health

no broad threat to the general public

World Health Organization

The outbreak is serious but is not the next COVID.

Africa CDC

left DRC in good health

President Lula (Brazil)

17 July, a deadline, not a milestone