Do you know Malawi? A quiz to test yourself!

Welcome to Malawi! A country rich in natural beauty, age-old traditions, vibrant culture, and an agriculture that truly is the lifeblood of its society.
Here at Treedom, alongside our dedicated work planting trees, we’re also focusing on sharing the culture of Malawi and its prospects for growth – challenges that are increasingly threatened by climate change.

But today, let’s play! We challenge you with 10 questions to see how much you really know about this unique country.
You’ll find the correct answers at the end of the article. And now… let’s get started!

QUESTION 1 – What is Malawi’s nickname?

A) The Warm Heart of Africa
B) The Pearl of the Nile
C) The Giant of Africa

QUESTION 2 – What is the capital of Malawi?

A) Blantyre
B) Lilongwe
C) Zomba

QUESTION 3 – Approximately how many people live in Malawi?

A) 10 million
B) 21 million
C) 48 million

QUESTION 4 – When is the Gule Wamkulu usually celebrated, the great masked dance of the Chewa people that combines religious rites, social functions and prayers for the harvest?

A) January: start of the dry season
B) August–September: end of the dry season, to call for rain
C) November: during the harvest

QUESTION 5 – Which Nyau mask represents the fertility of the land?
(Each option includes a brief description to help you guess!)

A) Chadzunda – linked to the spirits of the dead
B) Kasiyamaliro – expresses the connection between life, death and rebirth
C) Njobvu – elephant-shaped, symbol of strength and prosperity

QUESTION 6 – What is Malawi’s main economic sector?

A) Heavy industry
B) Tourism
C) Agriculture

QUESTION 7 – Who is one of Malawi’s most internationally renowned poets?

A) Jack Mapanje
B) Nelson Mandela
C) Pablo Neruda

QUESTION 8 – Which lake has the highest number of fish species in the world?

A) Lake Victoria
B) Lake Malawi
C) Lake Tanganyika

QUESTION 9 – Who is Jack Mapanje?

A) A famous Malawian footballer from the ‘90s
B) A Malawian poet and academic, known for his protest poetry
C) An Irish environmental activist who’s been working in Malawi for years

QUESTION 10 – What is the simplest gesture you can make to support Malawi’s nature and communities?

A) Buy local souvenirs
B) Visit the nature reserves
C) Plant a tree with Treedom

Answers:

1) A – 2) B – 3) B – 4) B – 5) B – 6) C – 7) A – 8) B – 9) B – 10) C

🌱 0–4 correct answers: “Curious beginner”
No worries, Malawi is still a land waiting to be discovered for you! But you’ve already taken the first step: curiosity. Keep exploring this extraordinary country, with its endless lakes, ritual dances and a nature that never stops amazing.
Want to truly start discovering Malawi? Plant a tree there with Treedom: it will grow as your knowledge grows too!

🌿 5–7 correct answers: “Budding expert”
Well done! You already know quite a bit about Malawi: its traditions, geography and some unique curiosities. You’re just one step away from becoming a true connoisseur.
Make it a concrete step: plant a tree in Malawi with Treedom. It’s the best way to turn your passion into an action that helps people and the planet.

🌳 8–10 correct answers: “Ambassador of Malawi”
Wow! You know Malawi almost as well as someone who lives there: from the Chewa dances to Lake Malawi, passing through poetry and biodiversity.
Now you can do even more: plant a tree in Malawi with Treedom. A small gesture that speaks the language of hope and growth – just like you, who have already shown your true love for this country.