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The Malawi Department of Tourism is the government agency in charge of the tourism sector in Malawi. The Planning and Development section handles essential functions like initiating and reviewing strategic documents such as the National Tourism Policy and Marketing Strategy. The Marketing section aims to increase Malawi's visibility as a tourist destination, while the Standards & Safety section ensures tourist safety and satisfaction through quality assurance for the Tourism and Hotels Board (THB).
Malawi, officially known as the Republic of Malawi, is a landlocked country in Southeastern Africa, formerly called Nyasaland. It is bordered by Zambia, Tanzania, and Mozambique and covers an area of 118,484 km² with an estimated population of over 19 million. The capital city is Lilongwe, with other major cities including Blantyre, Mzuzu, and Zomba. The name Malawi originates from the Maravi people, and the country is often referred to as "The Warm Heart of Africa" due to the friendliness of its inhabitants.
