Southern Malawi GuideSouthern Malawi is the southern most region of Malawi, extending south from Lake Malawi and including Lakes Malombe and Chilwa. It is the most populated region, with the most European influence and the commercial capital of Blantyre. HotelsFind hotels in Salima, Salima, Mangochi and more. BlantyreBlantyre is the economic capital of Malawi. Blantyre originates from the birth place of the missionary Dr David Livingston, who was born in Blantyre, Scotland. Cape MaclearCape Maclear is a small fishing village on Lake Nyasa in Malawi. It has one dirt road leading into town. Majete Wildlife ParkMajete Wildlife Reserve is in Chikwawa of Malawi. Majete Website African Parks Ltd. Monkey BayMonkey Bay is at the southern end of Lake Malawi, in the Southern Region of Malawi. Liwonde National ParkLiwonde National Park is in Malawi. Liwonde National Park is situated on the east bank of the Shire River, at the southern end of Lake Malombe. ZombaZomba is a small town in Malawi about 1 hr from Blantyre. It is the former capital of Malawi until Hastings Kamuzu Banda, the first President, moved the capital to Lilongwe. Zomba PlateauZomba Plateau is in Southern Malawi. A tarmac road runs from Zomba town to the Ku Chawe Inn at the top of the plateau. Mount MulanjeMulanje Mountain Forest Reserve is a park in Southern Malawi. It is named for Mount Mulanje, which, at 3002m, is the highest mountain in southern central Africa. ChikwawaChikwawa is in Malawi. Nsima This is a very friendly area. Crime is low but you should always take usual precautions whenever visiting somewhere new. MangochiMangochi is a city in Malawi.