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Zolozolo, Mzuzu

Coordinates: 11°26′10″S 34°01′22″E / 11.43611°S 34.02278°E / -11.43611; 34.02278
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Zolozolo, Mzuzu
Zolozolo is located in Malawi
Zolozolo
Zolozolo
Coordinates: 11°26′10″S 34°01′22″E / 11.43611°S 34.02278°E / -11.43611; 34.02278
CountryMalawi
RegionNorthern Region, Malawi
MunicipalityMzuzu
Established1960
Government
 • TypeUnitary presidential republic
Area
 • Total14.00 km2 (5.41 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total188,329
 • Density13,000/km2 (35,000/sq mi)
Racial makeup (2018)
 • Black African98.0%
 • Asian1.0%
 • White1.0%
First languages (2018)
 • Tumbuka91.0%
 • Chewa5.0%
 • Tonga2.0%
 • Other2.0%
Time zoneUTC+2 (CAT)

Zolozolo is a densely populated township in Mzuzu, Northern Region, Malawi.[1][2][3][4][5] It is located north of Mzuzu.[6][7] The township is reported to have massive gang activities and high levels of accident.[8][9][10] It is known for its lively markets and rich cultural scene.

Geography

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Zolozolo is located in the outskirts of Mzuzu close to other residential places such as Ching'ambu and Chiputula.

Hospitals, clinics and police stations

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Zolozolo is home to several local and private hospitals, clinics and police stations. Notable clinics include:

  • Zolozolo Clinic
  • Zolozolo private hospital
  • Zolozolo Police station[11]

Sports

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Zolozolo has several local sports teams that play different sporting games.[12] Some notable sport games in Zolozolo include football.[13] Some teams include:

Zolozolo United

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Zolozolo United is a team that plays on behalf of the community.[5] It plays with different nearby teams.[5] In 2016, Simama League outfited Zolozolo United for the FISD Challenge Cup after beating Dwangwa Town Hammers of the Chipuku League by 1-0 in the round of 16 at Mzuzu Stadium.[5]

Schools

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  • Zolozolo Secondary School[14]
  • Zolozolo Primary School

References

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  1. ^ Stringer, Patricia Mtungila-MEC (2019-05-16). "Shadow councilor urges 'forgotten' Zolozolo to vote for Chakwera Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  2. ^ Team, Kurby (2023-06-29). "The 10 Best Neighborhoods In Mzuzu, Malawi". Kurby Real Estate AI. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  3. ^ Nyirenda, Orton (2016-10-27). "Nomads to face Zolozolo F.C in Fisd Cup quarterfinals Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  4. ^ "Stories". allafrica.com.
  5. ^ a b c d "Zolozolo through to quarter finals of FISD Cup - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2016-10-26. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  6. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-10-09). "Zolozolo United vows to reach FISD cup finals Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  7. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-09-26). "Zolozolo United wallop Masendesende in Fisd Cup Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  8. ^ Mkweu, Justin (2016-06-02). "Teenager rapes five year-old girl Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  9. ^ "Call for Identification". www.maravipost.com.
  10. ^ "Police disband gangs in Mzuzu – Yoneco FM". 2023-02-14. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  11. ^ "BM Sofa donates furniture to Zolozolo Police - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2022-05-28. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  12. ^ "Rampant Nomads slam Zolozolo as Wadabwa run riot - Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi". www.nyasatimes.com. 2016-11-07. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  13. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2016-09-18). "Karonga United goalkeeper joins lower side Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
  14. ^ Zgambo, Mike Lyson (2017-10-16). "Role models inspire Mzuzu students Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-02-15.