Standard TimeCAT |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Blantyre |
Mwanza time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Mwanza, Malawi
Mwanza is an important city in the Northern Region of Malawi, located on the western shore of Lake Malawi and is the capital and economic center of the Northern District. The city is known for its lake port function and fishing industry, as well as being a key hub for trade connecting Malawi to the Tanzanian border.
Location and Transportation
Mwanza is situated on the scenic shores of Lake Malawi, about 40 kilometers from the Tanzanian border. The city has one of Malawi's main lake harbors, with water access to towns along the lake, and land access to Lilongwe and Mzimba via the M1 highway, forming a cross-regional transportation network.
Economic and Industrial Characteristics
The economy is based on fishing, agriculture and trade. Local fishermen rely on Lake Malawi to catch tilapia and other aquatic products, while the neighboring agricultural areas are rich in tea and tobacco. Cross-border trade is active, and Tanzanian commodities are commonly circulated here, and the weekly open-air bazaar is an important distribution center for commodities.
Cultural and Tourism Highlights
Mwanza retains the cultural traditions of the Chewa and other ethnic minorities, and visitors can experience lakeside village life. The surrounding natural landscape includes part of the Lake Malawi National Park, which is suitable for eco-tourism activities such as bird watching and rafting. Urban facilities are relatively basic, dominated by localized hostels and small restaurants.
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Mwanza Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
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