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Lilongwe River
Location
CountryMalawi
Physical characteristics
MouthLake Malawi
Length200 km (120 mi)

Lilongwe River is a river in Malawi; it flows through Lilongwe, the capital of the country.

The river is approximately 200 km long. It flows into Lake Malawi.

It originates from Dzalanyama Forest Reserve on the border between districts of Lilongwe and Dedza.

Lilongwe river is the main source of water for Lilongwe city residents.


13°47′S 34°25′E / 13.783°S 34.417°E / -13.783; 34.417