The document provides information about Malawi, including its capital Lilongwe, history of European exploration and colonization, population and culture, wildlife, landmarks, and Christian holidays. Key facts include that Malawi has a population of over 10 million people, 90% of whom live rurally, and relies on subsistence farming and fishing along Lake Malawi. Christianity and Islam were introduced by missionaries and through the slave trade, and today Easter and Christmas are celebrated in a way that incorporates local African traditions.

1. 1D3 1p12 Mr McGowan S1 African Adventure By Kimberley Thomson

2. Lilongwe The capitol of Malawi is Lilongwe. It lies in the country’s centre region, on the Lilongwe River, near the border on Malawi.

4. History A large slave trade took place in the 18th and 19th centuries and brought Islam to the region. At the same time, missionaries introduced Christianity. The first European to make extensive explorations in the area was David Livingstone in the 1850s and 1860s. In 1884, Cecil Rhodes's British South African Company received a charter to develop the country. On July 6, 1964, Nyasaland became the independent nation of Malawi. Two years later, it became a republic within the Commonwealth of Nations. In 2005, Malawi faced its worst food shortage in over a decade, with more than 4 million people, 34% of the population, without any food supplies.

5. People Malawi is often called the "warm heart of Africa." because of the warms and friendliness of the people. Malawians typically live with their extended families in huts that are grouped together in villages. A spirit of cooperation prevails as family members share both work and resources. Malawi has a population of about 10,000,416 , with 90% of the population living in the rural areas, and population growth rate of 1.57%

6. Charity Projects Africa’s mission to help RIPPLE is to improve the standard of education and healthcare • to preserve and sustain ably develop the environment • to create opportunities for the local community around Mwaya on the northern lakeshore of Lake Malawi The main charity is called RIPPLE RIPPLE Africa is a grassroots charity working in a rural area of northern Malawi and was started by Liz and Geoff Furber in 2003. They were so touched by the people of Malawi and the country itself that they felt they wanted to do something to help them improve their lives. RIPPLE Africa has now grown to a size that it is able to involve itself in all aspects of rural Malawian life.

7. Wildlife Malawi has a healthy elephant population as well as small herds of beautiful sable, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, hartebeest and, has a number of black rhinos. The river is home to crocodiles, mud turtles and an extraordinary density of hippos – approximately 40 per mile! Leopards and hyenas live there too but are rarely seen, unlike genet and civet who are all regularly spotted. Birdlife there is famously rich and, there are over 400 recorded species. The river is the favoured locality for fish eagles, cormorants, herons and hamerkops.

8. Landmarks Located in the south of Malawi, the Zomba Plateau is a unique place that harbours plants found nowhere else in the world. Crisp, cool air caresses your skin as you watch a brilliant sunset from atop this hiker's paradise. The view is spectacular as are the opportunities, here you may ride horseback along the lush hills or seek peace and solitude while fly-fishing; also you may bargain shop at the open-air markets, which are a showcase for a variety of goods.

9. African special events Easter In Africa, Easter Vigil is celebrated as a main function of the Christian communities. In the Easter, hundreds of people assemble in the church building. In some parishes the people remain around the church after Mass and sit in their small Christian communities to continue the celebration of eating and drinking, as ceremonial dances and entertainments continue around them.

10. Christmas On Christmas day carols are sung from the Congo on down to South Africa. Meats are roasted, gifts are exchanged and family visits are made. As in most Christian cultures, celebrating Christmas dinner with friends and family tops the list after attending church. In most countries Christmas is a public holiday and people take the opportunity to visit friends and family. In East Africa goats are quickly snapped up at the local markets and roasted on Christmas day.

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