Kaning'ina

11°24′16″S 33°59′11″E / 11.40444°S 33.98639°E / -11.40444; 33.98639CountryMalawiRegionNorthern Region, MalawiMunicipalityMzuzuEstablished1890Government • TypeUnitary presidential republicArea • Total39.00 km² (15.06 sq mi)Population • Total13,924 • Density360/km² (920/sq mi)Racial makeup (2018) • Black African94.0% • Asian1.4% • White1.3% • Mixed1.1% • Other1.1%First languages (2018) • Tumbuka97.6% • Tonga3.1% • Ngonde0.2% • Other2.1%Time zoneUTC+2 (CAT)

Kaning'ina is a residential town in Mzuzu in the northern region of Malawi.^[1][2] The town has a rich history dating back to the pre-colonial era, when it was a small village inhabited by the Tumbuka people.^[3] The town is home to the Kaning'ina Lions Football Club.^[4][5]

History

Establishments

Kaning'ina was established as a trading post by the British colonial administration in the early 20th century. It became a major commercial center in the region in the early 20th century.^[6]

Location

Kaning'ina is located in the Mzimba district of Malawi, in the northern region of the country. It is situated approximately 30 kilometers north of the town of Mzuzu, and about 10 kilometers south of the town of Ekwendeni.^[7] The town is nestled in a valley, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains.

Latitudes and longitudes

Kaning'ina is located at latitudes 11.10° S and longitudes 33.40° E.

Institutions

Kaning'ina is home to a number of institutions, including:

• Kaning'ina Secondary School: a secondary school that provides education to students from the surrounding area
• Kaning'ina Primary School: a primary school that provides education to children from the local community
• Kaning'ina Hospital: a hospital that provides medical care to the local population
• Kaning'ina Police Station: a police station that serves the local community
• Kaning'ina Market: a market where locals sell fresh produce, crafts, and other goods
• Kaning'ina Post Office: a post office that provides postal services to the local community

Kaning'ina is also home to a number of businesses, including shops, restaurants, and lodges. The town is known for its natural beauty, with surrounding hills and mountains offering opportunities for hiking and other outdoor activities.

Demographics

Kaning'ina has a population of approximately 2,500 people, who are predominantly from the Tumbuka ethnic group.

Economy

The economy of Kaning'ina is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents engaged in small-scale farming. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including shops, restaurants, and lodges.

Infrastructure

Kaning'ina has a number of infrastructure developments, including:

• A tarred road that connects the town to the nearby city of Mzuzu

• A number of shops and businesses

• A hospital and a number of clinics

• A number of schools, including a secondary school and a number of primary schools

• A library and a number of community centers

Overall, Kaning'ina is a small but vibrant town, with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its natural beauty and outdoor activities make it a popular destination for tourists, and its institutions and infrastructure make it an important hub for the surrounding area.

See also

• Luwinga

References