Since 2025, we’ve been learning a lot about life in Malawi from Mr. Kimura, who is currently there as a JICA staff member!

This time, we’re sharing about the modes of transportation commonly used by Malawians and the importance of meat as a key protein source.

Transportation
Recently, fuel shortages have become a major issue, leaving some people unable to commute to work due to a lack of transportation.

The photo below shows one of the main means of transportation:

The next photo features what’s known as a “mini-bus.” These are not private cars but function as buses.
Most of them are second-hand vehicles, with many originally manufactured in Japan. When boarding, passengers are crammed in tightly before the bus sets off.

Food (Meat)
This time, let’s talk about meat.
The photo below shows goat meat, a popular source of protein in Malawi:

The next image features fish caught from local lakes, including Lake Malawi: