a landlocked republic in southern central Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1964
"After achieving independence from the United Kingdom in 1964, Malawi became a sovereign nation and remains a landlocked republic in southern central Africa today."
A country in Southern Africa, previously named Nyasaland. Official name: Republic of Malawi
"Malawi is a landlocked country in Southern Africa that was formerly known as Nyasaland before becoming the Republic of Malawi."
The name likely comes from the Chichewa word malawi, meaning "flames," which describes the sunrise over Lake Malawi. It may also derive from Maravi, an early tribe in the region, and was officially adopted by Hastings Banda in 1964.