Lilongwe Population 2026 capital
Lilongwe has a population of 1,115,815, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇲🇼 Malawi, located in Central Region. Roughly 4.9% of Malawi's population lives here. Lilongwe is the capital of Malawi.
Population (city proper)
1,115,815
Rank in Malawi
#1
Coordinates
13.97°S, 33.79°E
~1,056 m elevation · Africa/Blantyre
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Lilongwe
FAQ
What is the population of Lilongwe?
Lilongwe has a population of 1,115,815 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Malawi.
What region is Lilongwe in?
Lilongwe is located in Central Region, Malawi.
Is Lilongwe the capital of Malawi?
Yes, Lilongwe is the capital of Malawi.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.