How far back do human cultural artifacts in Malawi date?

The paleontological record of human cultural artifacts in Malawi dates back more than 50,000 years.12

In addition to these early artifacts, evidence of human history is preserved at various sites throughout the country. For example, the Chongoni rock-art area, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2006, contains more than 100 sites featuring rock paintings created by hunter-gatherers and agriculturalists. The oldest of these paintings may date back to the 6th century BCE.3