Visit Mangochi District


Mangochi District is a district located in the Southern Region of Malawi. It is bordered by Mozambique to the east, Machinga and Lake Malawi to the north, Neno and Balaka to the west and Phalombe to the south. Mangochi has a population of over 700,000 people according to 2020 census data and it's home to some of Malawi's most picturesque landscapes.

For visitors looking for places to explore, Mangochi District offers plenty of attractions such as Mumbo Island- an uninhabited island situated near Cape Maclear off Lake Malawi's shoreline with pristine beaches ideal for swimming or lounging around. Another great spot is Liwonde National Park which features an abundance of wildlife including elephants, hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitats.

In terms of history, Mangochi District was once used as a migration route by Yao people who first settled in this area during the 19th century before eventually establishing a permanent arrangement when they built trading posts around Lake Malombe in 1881.
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Cities in Mangochi District

Lilongwe, Mchinji, Ntcheu, Salima, Dedza, Dowa, Ntchisi, Nkhotakota, Mponela, Chipoka, Kasungu