| Southern Region | |
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| Region | |
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Southern Region in Malawi |
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| Coordinates: 15°40′S 34°58′E / 15.667°S 34.967°ECoordinates: 15°40′S 34°58′E / 15.667°S 34.967°E | |
| Country |
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| Capital | Blantyre |
| Area | |
| • Total | 31,753 km2 (12,260 sq mi) |
| Population (2008) | |
| • Total | 5,876,784 |
| • Density | 190/km2 (480/sq mi) |
The Southern Region of Malawi is an area of Malawi. It covers an area of 31,753 km². Its capital city is Blantyre. In 2008, its population was 5,876,784.
Of the 28 districts in Malawi, 13 are located within the Southern Region. They are: Balaka, Blantyre, Chikhwawa, Chiradzulu, Machinga, Mangochi, Mulanje, Mwanza, Neno, Nsanje, Phalombe, Thyolo, and Zomba.