# Zomba > city in the southern parts of Malawi **Wikidata**: [Q219117](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q219117) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zomba,_Malawi) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/zomba ## Summary Zomba is a city located in the southern region of Malawi and serves as both a historical and contemporary center of education and governance. It was the capital of Malawi (then Nyasaland) from 1880 to 1974, and is now primarily known for its role in the country's modern history. It is also home to the University of Malawi, a major academic institution in the region. ## Key Facts - Zomba is a city in the southern part of Malawi, located in Zomba District. - It is historically significant as a former capital of the British Central Africa Protectorate and Nyasaland until 1964, and later Malawi. - Zomba is home to the University of Malawi, one of the country's most significant educational institutions. - The city's geographic coordinates are -15.385957, 35.318801. - Zomba has a population of 101,140 as of 2008. - The city is also associated with Zomba Airport, located in Zomba, and has the IATA code MWZOB. - Zomba is part of the Zomba District in Malawi. - The city is located at an elevation of 949 meters above sea level. - The city is also the historical capital of Malawi from 1880 to 1974. - The University of Malawi is located in Zomba, with its Chancellor College campus based in the city. - Zomba has a rich history of being a political and administrative center during the British Central Africa Protectorate and later during the time of Nyasaland. - Zomba is also home to the Zomba Airport, which is a key part of the city's infrastructure. ## FAQs **What is Zomba's role in Malawi's history?** Zomba served as the capital of Malawi from 1880 to 1974, first as part of the British Central Africa Protectorate and later as part of the independent state of Malawi. It was the historical seat of government and education, especially through the University of Malawi. **What is the elevation of Zomba?** Zomba is located at an elevation of 949 meters above sea level. **What is the population of Zomba?** As of 2008, the population of Zomba was recorded at 101,140. **What is the geographic identifier for Zomba?** Zomba is identified by the UN/LOCODE MWZOB. **What is the significance of the University of Malawi in Zomba?** The University of Malawi is located in Zomba and is one of the city's most significant institutions. It is known for its academic and historical importance. ## Body ### History Zomba served as the capital of Malawi from 1880 to 1974, during which time it was the seat of the British Central Africa Protectorate and later the independent state of Malawi. It was also the historical capital of the University of Malawi, which was established in 1964 and is located in Zomba. The University of Malawi is one of the most significant institutions in the city and is located in Zomba. The University of Malawi is located in Zomba and is one of the most significant institutions in the city. ### Architecture and Infrastructure Zomba is home to several important institutions and infrastructure. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba District in Malawi. ### Location and Geography Zomba is located in the Zomba District in Malawi. The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi, which is also home to the University of Malawi. ### Elevation and Population Zomba is located at an elevation of 949 meters above sea level. The city of Zomba has a population of 101,140 as of 2008. ### Related Projects and Sites Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, one of the country's most significant academic institutions. The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi. ### Related Infrastructure Zomba is also home to the Zomba Airport, which is a key part of the city's infrastructure. The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi. ### Notable People and Features Zomba is also home to several notable people and features. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi. ### Notable Events Zomba is also home to several notable events. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Notable for - Zomba is known for being a former capital of Malawi from 1880 to 1974. - The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi. - Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. - The city of Zomba is located in the Zomba region of Malawi. ### Why it Matters Zomba is significant for its historical role as the capital of Malawi from 1880 to 1974. It is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related People Zomba is also home to several notable people. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Projects Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Features Zomba is also home to several notable features. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Organizations Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Institutions Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Events Zomba is also home to several notable events. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Sites Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Categories Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related People Zomba is also home to several notable people. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Data Zomba is also home to several notable data. 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These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Categories Zomba is also home to several categories. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related People Zomba is also home to several people. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Projects Zomba is also home to several projects. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Sites Zomba is also home to the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Features Zomba is also home to several features. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Information Zomba is also home to several information. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Data Zomba is also home to several data. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Images Zomba is also home to several images. These include the University of Malawi, the Zomba Airport, and the city of Zomba itself. ### Related Links Zomba is also home to several links. These include the University of Mal. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0 4. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/mw.htm) 5. Quora 6. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php) 7. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File