Zolozolo is a densely populated township in Mzuzu, Northern Region, Malawi.[1][2][3][4][5] It is located north of Mzuzu.[6][7] The township is reported to have massive gang activities and high levels of accident.[8][9][10] It is known for its lively markets and rich cultural scene.

Zolozolo, Mzuzu
Zolozolo is located in Malawi
Zolozolo
Zolozolo
Coordinates: 11°26′10″S 34°01′22″E / 11.43611°S 34.02278°E / -11.43611; 34.02278
CountryMalawi
RegionNorthern Region, Malawi
MunicipalityMzuzu
Established1960
Government
 • TypeUnitary presidential republic
Area
 • Total14.00 km2 (5.41 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total188,329
 • Density13,000/km2 (35,000/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2018)
 • Black African98.0%
 • Asian1.0%
 • White1.0%
First languages (2018)
 • Tumbuka91.0%
 • Chewa5.0%
 • Tonga2.0%
 • Other2.0%
Time zoneUTC+2 (CAT)

Geography edit

Zolozolo is located in the outskirts of Mzuzu close to other residential places such as Ching'ambu and Chiputula.

Hospitals, clinics and police stations edit

Zolozolo is home to several local and private hospitals, clinics and police stations. Notable clinics include:

  • Zolozolo Clinic
  • Zolozolo private hospital
  • Zolozolo Police station[11]

Sports edit

Zolozolo has several local sports teams that play different sporting games.[12] Some notable sport games in Zolozolo include football.[13] Some teams include:

Zolozolo United edit

Zolozolo United is a team that plays on behalf of the community.[5] It plays with different nearby teams.[5] In 2016, Simama League outfited Zolozolo United for the FISD Challenge Cup after beating Dwangwa Town Hammers of the Chipuku League by 1-0 in the round of 16 at Mzuzu Stadium.[5]

Schools edit

  • Zolozolo Secondary School[14]
  • Zolozolo Primary School

References edit

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  2. ^ Team, Kurby (2023-06-29). "The 10 Best Neighborhoods In Mzuzu, Malawi". Kurby Real Estate AI. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  3. ^ Nyirenda, Orton (2016-10-27). "Nomads to face Zolozolo F.C in Fisd Cup quarterfinals Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  4. ^ "Stories". allafrica.com.
  5. ^ a b c d "Zolozolo through to quarter finals of FISD Cup - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2016-10-26. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  6. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-10-09). "Zolozolo United vows to reach FISD cup finals Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  7. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-09-26). "Zolozolo United wallop Masendesende in Fisd Cup Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  8. ^ Mkweu, Justin (2016-06-02). "Teenager rapes five year-old girl Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  9. ^ "Call for Identification". www.maravipost.com.
  10. ^ "Police disband gangs in Mzuzu – Yoneco FM". 2023-02-14. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  11. ^ "BM Sofa donates furniture to Zolozolo Police - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2022-05-28. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  12. ^ "Rampant Nomads slam Zolozolo as Wadabwa run riot - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2016-11-07. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  13. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-09-18). "Karonga United goalkeeper joins lower side Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  14. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2017-10-16). "Role models inspire Mzuzu students Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.