The town has a rich history dating back to the pre-colonial era, when it was a small village inhabited by the Tumbuka people.

[4] Edingeni was established as a trading post by the British colonial administration in the early 20th century.

Its strategic location made it an essential center for trade and commerce, and it quickly became a hub for agricultural production, particularly coffee and cotton.

[1][4] Edingeni is situated in the Mzimba district of Malawi, in the northern region of the country.

[1][5] The economy of Edingeni is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents engaged in small-scale farming.