Area 11, Lilongwe
 | This article needs additional citations for verification. (August 2024) |
Area 11, Lilongwe | |
|---|---|
  Area 11, Lilongwe | |
| Coordinates: 13°59′S 33°48′E / 13.983°S 33.800°E | |
| Country | Malawi |
| Region | Central Region, Malawi |
| Municipality | Lilongwe District |
| Established | 1970 |
| Area | |
• Total | 20 km2 (8 sq mi) |
| Population (2018) | |
• Total | 17,300 |
| • Density | 870/km2 (2,200/sq mi) |
| Racial makeup (2018) | |
| • Black African | 88.0% |
| • Asian | 4.0% |
| • White | 3.0% |
| • Mixed | 3.0% |
| • Other | 4.0% |
| First languages (2018) | |
| • Chewa | 48.5% |
| • Tumbuka | 16.5% |
| • Yao | 11.2% |
| • Lomwe | 8.3% |
| • Sena | 6.0% |
| • Tonga | 2.2% |
| • Mang'anja | 2.0% |
| • Ngonde | 1.0% |
| • Other | 4.3% |
| Time zone | UTC+2 |
Area 11 is a residential and commercial area located in the heart of Lilongwe, the capital city of Malawi.[1] The town is known for its rich history, cultural significance, and modern amenities.[2] The town has nearby areas such as Area 24, 18 and 25.[3][4][5]
History
[edit]Area 11 was established in the 1970 as a residential area for middle-income families. During the colonial era, it was a small settlement for African civil servants. After Malawi gained independence in 1964, the town experienced rapid growth and development, becoming a hub for commerce, industry, and entertainment.[6][7]
Notable residents
[edit]- Ken Kandodo, musician and composer
- Jane Ansah, former chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission
- Lazarus Chakwera, current President of Malawi
Location
[edit]Area 11 is situated in the central region of Lilongwe, approximately 3 kilometers from the city center. It is bordered by the Lilongwe River to the north and the Area 10 township to the south.
Nearby places and towns
[edit]Area 11 is surrounded by several nearby places and towns, including:
- Lilongwe City Center
- Area 10
- Area 9
- Kanengo
- Kawale
Institutions
[edit]Area 11 is home to several institutions, including:
- The Malawi Institute of Management
- The Lilongwe Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- The Area 11 Community Center
- The Lilongwe Public Library
Places of interest
[edit]Area 11 has several places of interest, including:
- Lilongwe Golf Course
- Area 11 Shopping Center
- Lilongwe Tobacco Auction Floors
- Malawi National Museum
- Lilongwe Botanical Gardens
Education
[edit]Area 11 has several schools and educational institutions, including:
- Lilongwe Girls Secondary School
- Lilongwe Boys Secondary School
- Malawi University of Science and Technology
See also
[edit]Communities of Lilongwe Municipality, Central Region | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Seat: Lilongwe | |||||||||||
| North |  | ||||||||||
| Areas |
| ||||||||||
| South | |||||||||||
| Central | |||||||||||
| West | |||||||||||
| East | |||||||||||
References
[edit]- ^ www.mapquest.com https://www.mapquest.com/mw/central-region/lilongwe-area-11-362958384. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ Chikoti, Martha (2024-01-26). "Police hunting for suspected killer in Lilongwe Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ Mkhalipi-Manyungwa, Kondwani (2017-11-25). "Area 24 trio change plea in court Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ Bisani, Luke (2017-08-11). "MHC under fire over Area 18 sewer spill Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ Reporter, Malawi24 (2020-09-11). "Area 18 win case for drinking faeces water Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Reporter, Malawi24 (2023-11-06). "Lilongwe Water Board suspends sewer fees Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Reporter, Malawi24 (2023-11-04). "Lilongwe Water Board angers customers with K8,500 sewage fee Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)