Blantyre, Southern Region
Blantyre: Located in southern Malawi, it is the country's second-largest city by population and its financial and commercial hub.
About
Quick Facts about Blantyre
| Population | 1,895,973 |
| Country | Malawi |
| State | Southern Region (Malawi) |
| County | Blantyre District |
| Area | 228000000 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | -15.7850,35.0085 |
| Named for | Blantyre |
| Altitude | 3,409 feet / 1039, 1041 meters |
| Capital city | Blantyre is capital of Blantyre District, Southern Region |
| Establishment | January 01, 1876 (150 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Local time | 14:54:00 (25th May 2026) |
Geography
Blantyre is located at 15°47'6"S 35°0'31"E (-15.7849900, 35.0085400).
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- Hanover (1968 )
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 732,518 | - | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,895,973 | 61.36% | estimation process |
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