Chichewa Tribe Collection

The Chichewa, also known as the Chewa or Nyanja, are a Bantu ethnic group primarily residing in the southern and central regions of Malawi, as well as parts of Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. They are one of the largest ethnic groups in Malawi and have a rich cultural heritage. The Chichewa people have a matrilineal social structure, where descent and inheritance are traced through the female line. Family and community are important aspects of Chichewa culture, and traditional extended family units play a significant role in social cohesion and support.