| Kaning'ina, Mzuzu | |
| Pushpin Map: | Malawi |
| Coordinates: | -11.4044°N 33.9864°W |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: | Malawi |
| Subdivision Type1: | Region |
| Subdivision Name1: | Northern Region, Malawi |
| Subdivision Type2: | District |
| Subdivision Type3: | Municipality |
| Subdivision Name3: | Mzuzu |
| Subdivision Type4: | Main Place |
| Established Title: | Established |
| Established Date: | 1890 |
| Government Type: | Unitary presidential republic |
| Leader Title: | Councillor |
| Area Total Km2: | 39.00 |
| Population Total: | 13,924 |
| Population As Of: | 2018 |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
| Demographics Type1: | Racial makeup (2018) |
| Demographics1 Title1: | Black African |
| Demographics1 Info1: | 94.0% |
| Demographics1 Title2: | Asian |
| Demographics1 Info2: | 1.4% |
| Demographics1 Title3: | White |
| Demographics1 Info3: | 1.3% |
| Demographics1 Title4: | Mixed |
| Demographics1 Info4: | 1.1% |
| Demographics1 Title5: | Other |
| Demographics1 Info5: | 1.1% |
| Demographics Type2: | First languages (2018) |
| Demographics2 Title1: | Tumbuka |
| Demographics2 Info1: | 97.6% |
| Demographics2 Title2: | Tonga |
| Demographics2 Info2: | 3.1% |
| Demographics2 Title3: | Ngonde |
| Demographics2 Info3: | 0.2% |
| Demographics2 Title4: | Other |
| Demographics2 Info4: | 2.1% |
| Timezone1: | CAT |
| Utc Offset1: | +2 |
| Postal Code Type: | Postal code (street) |
| Postal2 Code Type: | PO box |
| Area Code Type: | +265 |
Kaning'ina is a residential town in Mzuzu in the northern region of Malawi.[1] [2] The town has a rich history dating back to the pre-colonial era, when it was a small village inhabited by the Tumbuka people.[3] The town is home to the Kaning'ina Lions Football Club.[4] [5]
Kaning'ina was established as a short-lived mission by Robert Laws and William Koyi in 1878.[6] Attempting to convert the Ngoni people to Christianity, the station would only last a year.
A trading post by the British colonial administration in the early 20th century was established. It became a major commercial center in the region with increased development around Mzuzu.[7]
Kaning'ina is located in the Mzimba district of Malawi, in the northern region of the country. It is situated approximately 30 kilometers north of the town of Mzuzu, and about 10 kilometers south of the town of Ekwendeni.[7] The town is nestled in a valley, surrounded by rolling hills and mountains.
Kaning'ina is located at latitudes 11.10° S and longitudes 33.40° E.
Kaning'ina has a population of approximately 2,500 people, who are predominantly from the Tumbuka ethnic group.
The economy of Kaning'ina is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents engaged in small-scale farming. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including shops, restaurants, and lodges.