Area 10, Lilongwe
Area 10 is a residential and commercial area located in the Lilongwe District of the Central Region in Malawi. It is situated in the capital city of Lilongwe, which also serves as the capital of the district and region.
The town is located in the heart of Lilongwe, approximately 5 kilometers from the city center. It is bounded by Area 9 to the north, Area 11 to the south, and the Lilongwe River to the east.
History
The town has a history dating back to the colonial era, when it was established as a residential area for British expatriates. After Malawi gained independence in 1964, the area continued to grow, with many government officials and businessmen building homes and offices there.
Nearby places and towns
Area 10 is close to several nearby places and towns, including:
Institutions
Area 10 is home to several institutions, including:
- Area 10 Hospital
- Malawi Revenue Authority
- Area 10 Secondary School
- Area 10 Primary School
Places of interest
Some popular places of interest in Area 10 include:
- The Area 10 Golf Course
- The Area 10 Market
- The Old Town Mall
See also
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References
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- ^ "Maps of Area 10, Lilongwe, Malawi". www.maphill.com. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
- ^ Malenga, Bright (2017-12-26). "Former deputy minister joins MCP Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
- ^ "Murmures | Africultures : Lilongwe art exhibition unearths massive talent". Africultures (in French). Retrieved 2024-06-12.