Malawian Scorecard
Country profile
Malawi is a landlocked country in southeast Africa, known as the “Warm Heart of Africa” for its friendly people and scenic landscapes that include Lake Malawi and rolling highlands. It has a population of 21.1 million, a population growth rate of 2.57%, and a median age of 17.58 years.
Its history is rooted in traditional African kingdoms and was later shaped by British colonial rule, which has influenced its social and educational systems.
Today, Malawi is working towards economic development and social progress while preserving its rich cultural traditions and natural beauty.
Its capital city is Lilongwe.
How does Malawi compare to other countries?
Malawi
Jamaica
New ZealandEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in Malawi improved by 2.9% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Malawi improved by 105.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate in Malawi worsened by 0.2% from 2023 to 2024
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Inflation Rate in Malawi worsened by 11.8% from 2023 to 2024
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Income Inequality in Malawi improved by 13.9% from 2016 to 2019
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in Malawi improved by 2.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in Malawi improved by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Malawi worsened by 7.1% from 2020 to 2021
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World Happiness Report in Malawi worsened by 2.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Freedom in the World in Malawi worsened by 1.5% from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Malawi worsened by 6.3% from 2017 to 2020
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in Malawi improved by 1.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Government Effectiveness in Malawi worsened by 0.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in Malawi worsened by 50.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in Malawi improved by 30.2% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in Malawi improved by 22.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Malawi worsened by 6.1% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption in Malawi worsened by 11.5% from 2021 to 2022