dowa

Dowa is a term that can refer to several unrelated subjects. It may designate a geographic district, a corporate group, or a personal name. The meaning depends on the context.

In geography, Dowa District is a district in Malawi's Central Region. The district is named after a local river feature, and its settlements range from small towns to rural villages; agriculture is a common economic activity in many parts.

In business, Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly known as Dowa, is a Japanese multinational corporation involved in metals processing, plating, mining, and environmental services. It operates across Asia and beyond and is part of a larger corporate group.

In people and culture, Dowa is used as a surname or given name in several cultures. It appears in historical records and contemporary contexts, and individuals with this name have contributed in various fields.

In other uses, the term can appear in language as a transliteration or root word in different languages, with meanings that vary widely. Because of this, Dowa is often encountered in disambiguation contexts.