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Zomba District
City in Southern, Malawi
Overview
Zomba District, once Malawi's capital, blends colonial-era architecture with lush landscapes at the foot of Zomba Plateau. The city is renowned for its lively markets, academic vibe, and proximity to outstanding nature and hiking opportunities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malawi
Region
Southern
Population
850,000
Time Zone
Africa/Blantyre
Coordinates
-15.43°, 35.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$625
Local Cost
$260
Local Income
$70
Cashless
30
English
60
Temperature
22.8°C
Summer Avg
24.5°C
Winter Avg
19.1°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
9.3°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
1243 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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