Categories in Lichinga
Auto Machine ShopGas StationAgricultural ProductionCommercial PrinterClothing storesMobile phone storesCatholic ChurchChurchesGovernment OfficeMosquesNon-Governmental OrganizationState Government OfficeElectronics StoreBuilding Materials StoreHardware storeHousing DevelopmentEducationHigh SchoolMiddle SchoolPrimary SchoolEntertainment agenciesGraphic DesignerBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsNurseries and garden suppliesBanksCemeteryHospitalsMedical clinicApartment BuildingApartment ComplexHousing ComplexMarketPharmacyShoppingShopping MallSupermarketWholesale storeSoccer FieldBed and breakfastsCourier ServiceHotels and motelsHousing SocietyWarehouse
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Lichinga
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Education | 37 |
| Shopping | 24 |
| Public administration | 21 |
| Churches | 21 |
| Gas station | 20 |
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 15 |
| Banks | 13 |
| Corporate management | 12 |
| Other accommodation | 10 |
| Electronics stores | 10 |
Lichinga Facts
| Area | 212.1 km² |
| Population | 269,971 |
| Male Population | 136,177 (50.4%) |
| Female Population | 133,794 (49.6%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +754.8% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +145.4% |
| Median Age | 16 years (Male: 16.3, Female: 15.6) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $713 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 271 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central Africa Time |
| Lat & Lng | -13.31278, 35.24056 |
| Postal Codes | 3300 |
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Lichinga Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31,583 | 62,751 | 110,034 | 228,735 | 269,971 | 330,038 | 394,175 |
| Population Density | 148.9 / km² | 295.8 / km² | 518.7 / km² | 1,078.3 / km² | 1,272.7 / km² | 1,555.9 / km² | 1,858.2 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridLichinga Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 145.4% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichinga | +754.8% | +330.2% | +145.4% |
| Niassa Province | — | — | — |
| Mozambique | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Lichinga Median Age
Median Age: 16 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichinga | 16 yrs | 15.6 yrs | 16.3 yrs |
| Niassa Province | 14.8 yrs | 15.3 yrs | 14.4 yrs |
| Mozambique | 16.7 yrs | 17.5 yrs | 15.8 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Lichinga Population Density
Population Density: 1,273 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichinga | 269,971 | 212.1 km² | 1,273 / km² |
| Niassa Province | 1.9 million | 129,411.3 km² | 14.4 / km² |
| Mozambique | 27.5 million | 786,431.3 km² | 34.9 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Lichinga Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1940 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Lichinga Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $382 | $384 | $560 | $751 | $787 | $752 | $673 | $713 |
| Total GDP | $22.5M | $29.6M | $55M | $94.2M | $124.4M | $150.4M | $171.3M | $197.6M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Lichinga CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichinga | 60,767 tn | 0.23 tn | 286.5 tons/km² |
| Niassa Province | 387,906 tn | 0.21 tn | 3 tons/km² |
| Mozambique | 5,734,289 tn | 0.21 tn | 7.3 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Lichinga CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 60,767 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 0.23 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 286.5 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Medium (4) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/8/16 | 2:07 PM | 4.4 | 91.8 km | 10,000 m | 27km N of Salima, Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 8/15/15 | 7:33 AM | 4.4 | 74.3 km | 36,080 m | 24km ENE of Salima, Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 1/12/10 | 11:14 PM | 4.7 | 98.5 km | 10,000 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 4/12/07 | 5:39 PM | 4.8 | 67.3 km | 13,800 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 8/24/98 | 12:12 PM | 4.8 | 76.6 km | 46,400 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 7/22/95 | 1:31 PM | 5.1 | 85.4 km | 10,000 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 2/24/93 | 7:01 PM | 4 | 66.7 km | 10,000 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 4/2/91 | 7:52 PM | 3.8 | 75 km | 33,000 m | Mozambique | usgs.gov |
| 9/18/89 | 9:38 PM | 3.6 | 86.1 km | 33,000 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
| 3/11/89 | 1:40 AM | 3.5 | 53.8 km | 10,000 m | Malawi | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Lichinga
Lichinga is the capital city of Niassa Province of Mozambique. It lies on the Lichinga Plateau at an altitude of 1360 metres, east of Lake Niassa (Lake Malawi). The town was founded as Vila Cabral as a farming and military settlement. It is served by..
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