BellaOnline Forums Travel and Culture African Culture CONTEST: "The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind" #2

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The first question:

Malawi has a very large lake. What is the name of this lake?

Lake Malawi

Lake Malawi, also known as Nyasa.

Tse is the first to get the correct answer, so the point goes to Tse. Tomi you are right however, Lake Malawi is also known as Lake Nyasa. There is an ongoing dispute with Tanzania as to the name of the lake.

CURRENT SCORE:

Tse - 1

Question #2:

Although the capital of Malawi is Lilongwe, it is not the most populous city. What is the most populous city in Malawi?

Blantyre

Yes, Blantyre is the largest city in Malawi! Tse, you get a point for your correct answer.

CURRENT SCORE:

Tse - 2

Question #3:

The first president of Malawi was Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda. During his presidency he declared himself "President for Life". How long did Banda's presidency last?

Very interesting fact...