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Peter

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Canadian looking for information about Malawi

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Lives in Vancouver Canada

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Registration: 06 August 2012

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Peter
Muzungu4u2 replied to a thread
11 years ago
Jennniff

swimming in lake Malawi by Jennniff

I'm visiting Malawi for the first time in a few weeks and cannot wait. Heard really great things about it. The only thing I'm worried about is swimming in lake Malawi.... Is it safe to do so?

Peter

You are right Twigas we should not listen to any fools . . . :-) The chances of getting Bilharzia can be reduced by not swimming in areas close to reeds. The snails that carry the Bilharzia parasite live in the reeds. If you stay in open or moving ... Read More

Peter
Muzungu4u2 replied to a thread
12 years ago
Angus007

What are the chances of immigrating to Malawi/ by Angus007

I am a 74 year old male retired.. my wife is 58 years old We do not need jobs as we have the means to support ourselves Is there any possibility we would be accepted into Malawi

Peter

All you can do is try - but why not??? You have an income and that is always a welcome addition to a country that is in desperate need of any money input. Best to you and see you there! Cheers Peter Read More

Peter
Muzungu4u2 replied to a thread
12 years ago
vipinrajkanungo

Cost of Leaving by vipinrajkanungo

I am single person plan to move in Malawi. How much US Dollar will I need to live in Malawi, if I have free accommodation in Blantyre? Regards, Vipin

Peter

It all depends on how you want to live Vipin. Since your accommodation is looked after, which is the bulk of your expense, my guess would be 3000MKW to 5000 MKW (approx. 10 to 16 USD)a day. I was spending 5000 to 6000 MKW a day for two - this is ... Read More

Peter
Muzungu4u2 replied to a thread
12 years ago
Jennniff

swimming in lake Malawi by Jennniff

I'm visiting Malawi for the first time in a few weeks and cannot wait. Heard really great things about it. The only thing I'm worried about is swimming in lake Malawi.... Is it safe to do so?

Peter

Swimming in the lake is great and very safe safe with a few precautions. Always swim away from reeds or lake bound fauna and just be aware. Some nasties are in the reeds you don't want to really know about and crocs are in the lake in some areas - ... Read More

Peter
Muzungu4u2 replied to a thread
12 years ago
jaweed darbar

mobile phone charges in malawi by jaweed darbar

what is approx cost of mobile talk time in blantyre for local and international calls

Peter

Funny that you ask (least for me) ... Even though I am NOT living there currently I have just come back from an extended stay there (3 Months). There are two major players in the cell market there: Airtel Home Page Africa Malawi and TnM Home Page ... Read More