Area 9 is a township located in the capital city of Lilongwe, Malawi.[1] Area 9 is situated in the heart of Lilongwe, approximately 3 kilometers from the city center.[2] It is bordered by the Lilongwe River to the north and the Area 10 township to the south.[3][4]
Area 9, Lilongwe | |
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  Area 9, Lilongwe | |
| Coordinates: 13°59′S 33°48′E / 13.983°S 33.800°E | |
| Country | Malawi |
| Region | Central Region, Malawi |
| Municipality | Lilongwe District |
| Established | 1974 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20 km2 (8 sq mi) |
| Population (2018) | |
| • Total | 9,900 |
| • Density | 500/km2 (1,300/sq mi) |
| Racial makeup (2018) | |
| • Black African | 90.2% |
| • Asian | 1.4% |
| • White | 1.2% |
| • Mixed | 5.1% |
| • Other | 4.1% |
| First languages (2018) | |
| • Chewa | 47.5% |
| • Tumbuka | 17.5% |
| • 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 |
History
editArea 9 was established in the 1970s as a residential area for low- to middle-income families. During the colonial era, it was a settlement for African civil servants and businessmen. After Malawi gained independence in 1964, Area 9 experienced rapid growth and development, becoming a hub for commercial and social activities.[5][4]
Notable residents
editArea 9 has been home to many notable residents, including:
- Political figures: such as former cabinet ministers and members of parliament
- Business leaders: prominent entrepreneurs and CEOs of local companies
- Artists and musicians: renowned musicians and artists have called Area 9 home
- Sports personalities: notable athletes and coaches have lived and trained in Area 9
Nearby places and towns
editArea 9 is surrounded by several nearby places and towns, including:
- Lilongwe City Center
- Area 10
- Area 12
- Kanengo
- Kawale
Institutions
editArea 9 is home to several institutions, including:
- Lilongwe City Assembly
- Lilongwe Police Station
- Area 9 Clinic
- Lilongwe Private School
- Area 9 Market
Places of interest
editArea 9 has several places of interest, including:
- Lilongwe National Stadium
- Area 9 Shopping Center
- Lilongwe Golf Course
- Malawi National Museum
Education
editArea 9 has several schools and educational institutions, including:
- Area 9 Secondary School
- Area 9 Primary School
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Malawi quarantines Area 9 family over coronavirus suspected cases - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2020-04-02. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ www.mapquest.com https://www.mapquest.com/mw/central-region/lilongwe-area-9-362989826. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ Nzangaya, Archangel (2023-11-06). "Lilongwe record 32 suspected measles cases Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ a b Mkandawire, Mwayi (2020-04-04). "Area 9 compound on lockdown over Coronavirus Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
- ^ Chikoti, Martha (2020-04-06). "Coronavirus cases in Malawi rise to five Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-10.