Kaning'ina

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Kaning'ina, Mzuzu
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Kaning'ina, Mzuzu
Coordinates: 11°24′16″S33°59′11″E / 11.40444°S 33.98639°E / -11.40444; 33.98639
Country Malawi
Region Northern Region, Malawi
Municipality Mzuzu
Established1890
Government
 • TypeUnitary presidential republic
Area
 • Total39.00 km2 (15.06 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total13,924
 • Density360/km2 (920/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2018)
 •  Black African 94.0%
 •  Asian 1.4%
 •  White 1.3%
 •  Mixed 1.1%
 • Other1.1%
First languages (2018)
 •  Tumbuka 97.6%
 •  Tonga 3.1%
 •  Ngonde 0.2%
 • Other2.1%
Time zone UTC+2 (CAT)

Kaning'ina is a residential town in Mzuzu in the northern region of Malawi. [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. [3] The town is home to the Kaning'ina Lions Football Club. [4] [5]

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History

Establishments

Kaning'ina was established as a trading post by the British colonial administration in the early 20th century. It became a major commercial center in the region in the early 20th century. [6]

Location

Kaning'ina is located in the Mzimba district of Malawi, in the northern region of the country. It is situated approximately 30 kilometers north of the town of Mzuzu, and about 10 kilometers south of the town of Ekwendeni. [7] The town is nestled in a valley, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains.

Latitudes and longitudes

Kaning'ina is located at latitudes 11.10° S and longitudes 33.40° E.

Institutions

Kaning'ina is home to a number of institutions, including:

Kaning'ina 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.

Demographics

Kaning'ina has a population of approximately 2,500 people, who are predominantly from the Tumbuka ethnic group.

Economy

The economy of Kaning'ina 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.

Infrastructure

Kaning'ina has a number of infrastructure developments, including:

Overall, Kaning'ina is a small but vibrant town, with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its natural beauty and outdoor activities make it a popular destination for tourists, and its institutions and infrastructure make it an important hub for the surrounding area.

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References

  1. ↑ "Police arrest Mzuzu Prophet for encroaching Kaning'ina Mountain top - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2021-09-15. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
  2. ↑ "Kaning'ina | DOPA Explorer". dopa-explorer.jrc.ec.europa.eu. Retrieved 2024-05-28.
  3. ↑ "Kaning'ina | DOPA Explorer". dopa-explorer.jrc.ec.europa.eu. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
  4. ↑ "Red Lions prey on Kaning'ina Lions - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2022-06-26. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
  5. ↑ "Kaning'ina lions fall again - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2022-04-27. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
  6. ↑ https://unilia.ac.mw/kaningina/
  7. ↑ Magalasi, Chikondi (2017-06-17). "Kaning'ina Lions wary of Bankers Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
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