[1] The key route connects the towns of Mtakataka and Mangochi, providing a link between the region's population centers and economic hubs, and facilitating the flow of trade and commerce across the scenic southern landscape.

Initially, the road winds its way east as a dirt track, but after 15 kilometers, it transitions into a paved path, traversing the expansive, flat savannah that stretches south of Lake Malawi.

As the M10 continues eastward, it draws closer to the lake's shores, eventually veering southeast towards the town of Mangochi, where it ultimately converges with the M3, marking the road's termination.

[3][1] While the M10 has historically been overshadowed by other major roads in Malawi, it has gained significance in recent years due to its role in supporting the country's tourism industry, particularly around the popular Monkey Bay area.

The road is composed of three distinct sections: the primary eastern stretch between Mangochi and Monkey Bay, a middle segment, and a lesser-used western portion, which remained unpaved as of 2021.