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Chikangawa, Mzimba
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Chikangawa, Mzimba
Coordinates: 11°52′16″S33°48′0″E / 11.87111°S 33.80000°E / -11.87111; 33.80000
Country Malawi
Region Northern Region, Malawi
Municipality Mzimba
Established1895
Government
 • TypeUnitary presidential republic
Area
 • Total
26.00 km2 (10.04 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total
19,224
 • Density740/km2 (1,900/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2018)
 •  Black African 95.1%
 •  Asian 1.1%
 •  White 1.0%
 •  Mixed 0.7%
 • Other2.1%
First languages (2018)
 •  Tumbuka 97.2%
 •  Tonga 1.1%
 •  English 0.4%
 • Other1.1%
Time zone UTC+2 (CAT)

Chikangawa is a residential and industrial town located in the Mzimba District of Malawi, in the Northern Region. [1] [2] The town has a rich history dating back to the pre-colonial era, when it was a small village inhabited by the Tumbuka people. Chitumbuka is the predominant language spoken in the area. [3] [4]

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History

Chikangawa was established as a trading post by the British colonial administration in the early 20th century. The town grew rapidly, and by the 1920s, it had become a major commercial centre in the region. The town's strategic location made it an important hub for trade and commerce, and it quickly became a centre for agricultural production, particularly coffee and cotton. [2] [5] [6]

This section is an excerpt from 2024 Chikangawa Dornier 228 crash.[ edit ]
A Malawi Air Force Dornier 228, sister to the aircraft involved in the accident 2010-10-23 11-13-59 Malawi - Chileka.jpg
A Malawi Air Force Dornier 228, sister to the aircraft involved in the accident

On 10 June 2024, a Malawian Defence Force Dornier 228 carrying Vice-President of Malawi Saulos Chilima, former First Lady Patricia Shanil Muluzi, and seven other occupants, crashed in Chikangawa Forest Reserve in Nkhata Bay District; all on board died in Malawi's deadliest aviation accident.

At the time of the crash, the aircraft and its passengers were en route from Lilongwe to Mzuzu Airport in the Northern Region to attend a funeral. [7] [8]

Geography

Chikangawa is located in the Mzimba district of Malawi, in the northern region of the country. It is situated approximately 40 km (25 mi) north of the town of Mzuzu, and about 20 kilometers south of the town of Ekwendeni as well as close to Nkhata Bay District. The town is nestled in a valley, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains. [2] [9]

Institutions

Chikangawa is home to a number of institutions, including: [2] [10] [11]

Chikangawa is also home to a number of businesses, including shops, restaurants, and lodges. The town is known for its natural beauty, with surrounding hills and mountains offering opportunities for hiking and other outdoor activities.

Economy

The economy of Chikangawa is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents engaged in small-scale farming. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including shops, restaurants, and lodges. [2] [14] [15]

Infrastructures

Chikangawa has a number of infrastructure developments, including: [2] [16]

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