Get to Know Blantyre and What It Offers for Expats

Blantyre was established by Scottish missionaries following David Livingstone's lead and named after his birthplace, Blantyre in Scotland. Surrounded by three mountains, Ndirande, Mchiru, and Soche, it has many historical buildings, including St. Michael and All Angels Church, the original town hall and Malawi's first two-story building, Mandala House, built by the African Lakes Company in 1882 and now a treasure trove of historical information run by the Society of Malawi. There are several quality hotels, activities include bird watching, climbing, cultural experiences, cycling, and trekking and there are many shops catering for expats.

Become a Part of Our Network for Expats in Blantyre

Find out all you need to know about your new life in Blantyre by networking with fellow expats in our safe, secure environment. Our members adhere to our code of trust as well as friendly and polite behavior as they help guide you through every aspect of day-to-day life. Our members can answer all your questions, from the local social life or health service, to finding accommodation or driving in Blantyre. You can also arrange to meet fellow expats face-to-face at our regular gatherings by joining groups based on your hobbies and interests, including visiting Malawi's cultural destinations in the Shire Highlands, for example. InterNations provides an ideal way of socializing with new friends at our regular, organized events to suit all tastes.