Historical Dictionary of Malawi

This updated and expanded edition contains 1000 entries, covering topics such as war, disease, the rise and fall of state systems, religious and socio-political movements, natural sciences, the environment, transport and the economy. It charts the developments from pre-history to post-Banda Malawi, from Tom Bokwito to James Sangala, and from the UMCA Mission at Magomero to the general elections of 1999, paying particular attention to individuals, groups and forces that have moulded this Southern African country. The dictionary aims to answer the need for a comprehensive reference book on Malawi. It is detailed in its coverage of subjects, and should be an essential companion to students, teachers, scholars and general readers interested in learning about, and understanding, the past and present of the Lake Malawi region.