Johannesburg — Malawi and Tanzania have never really agreed on who owns Lake Malawi, but it hasn't really mattered until now. What's changed? For the first time, there's something under those placid waters that both countries think is worth fighting for.
There can rarely have been a more incongruous location for a diplomatic spat than Lake Malawi. The lake is one of Africa's most beautiful spots, with its tranquil, turquoise surface and picturesque islands. Tourists love it, drawn by the white sandy beaches and abundance of fresh seafood, and Malawians are inordinately proud of their national landmark.
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