10006 Results Found
National Education Sector Investment Plan 2020
Education
Serves as Malawi’s long-term strategic framework for education reform. It guides investments to improve access, equity, quality, and governance across all levels of education, aligning with national and global commitments including SDG 4
Malawi • 2020 • Education
National Agicultural Investment Plan 2018
Ministry of Agriculture
A medium-term investment framework aligned with the National Agriculture Policy (2016) and CAADP. It aims to accelerate agricultural transformation, economic growth, and poverty reduction through four strategic programs: policy coordination, resilient livelihoods, productivity growth, and market development.
Malawi • 2018 • Agriculture
Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act 2015
Ministry of Justice
Regulates marriage, divorce, cohabitation, and family responsibilities. Recognizes civil, religious, and customary marriages; prohibits child marriage; and provides for maintenance, custody, and property rights between spouses and unmarried couples.
Malawi • 2015 • Justice
Prisons Act 1995
Homeland Security
Establishes the prison system and Prison Service in Malawi. Regulates prison management, prisoner rights, officer conduct, discipline, and rehabilitation. Includes provisions for medical care, classification, and oversight of prisoners
Malawi • 1995 • Justice
Police Service Act 2010
Ministry of Homeland Security
Establishes the structure, powers, and duties of the Malawi Police Service. It regulates recruitment, discipline, public order, community policing, and creates the Independent Complaints Commission to handle misconduct by officers.
Malawi • 2010 • Security and Justice
National Land Policy, 2002
Housing and Urban Development.
he Malawi National Land Policy promotes equitable access, secure tenure, and sustainable land use. It recognizes customary rights, decentralizes land administration, and introduces modern registration systems to support inclusive development.
Malawi • 2002 • Housing & Urban Development
National ICT Policy 2013
Aims to transform Malawi into an ICT-led economy by promoting digital inclusion, infrastructure development, e-government services, and human capital growth
Malawi • 2013 • Information, Communication and Technology
National Education Standard, 2015
Ministry of Education.
Sets benchmarks for quality in primary and secondary education. Covers teaching, curriculum, student outcomes, safety, and school leadership to guide inspections and improve learning environments
Malawi • 2015 • Education
Insurance Act, 2025
Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs.
Aims to modernize Malawi’s insurance sector by updating licensing rules, strengthening oversight, and promoting digital insurance platforms. Builds on earlier legislation to improve consumer protection and market resilience.
Malawi • 2025 • Finance
Human Rights Commission Act 1998
Ministry of justice
Establishes the Malawi Human Rights Commission to promote and protect human rights. Empowers the Commission to investigate violations, advise government, and educate the public on rights and freedoms.
Malawi • 1998 • Governance and Human Rights
Farmer Organization Development Strategy-FODS 2020
Ministry of Agriculture
Strengthens farmer organizations to be inclusive, market-oriented, and professionally managed. Focuses on productivity, governance, financing, and access to markets and extension services.
Malawi • 2020 • Agriculture
Domestic Revenue Mobilization Strategy 2021-2026
Ministry of Finance
Aims to boost Malawi’s revenue-to-GDP ratio by 5% through tax reforms, compliance, and modernization. Focuses on broadening the tax base, reducing reliance on external aid, and promoting inclusive growth.
Malawi • 2021 • Finance
Disability Act, 2012
Community Development and Social Welfare.
Promotes equal opportunities and rights for persons with disabilities. Establishes the Disability Trust Fund, prohibits discrimination, and mandates inclusive education, healthcare, employment, and accessibility.
Malawi • 2012 • Social Welfare and Human Rights
Debt Management Policy, 2019
Economic Planning and Development
Guides prudent borrowing, debt sustainability, and transparency. Establishes institutional roles for debt planning, servicing, and monitoring to minimize fiscal risks and ensure macroeconomic stability
Malawi • 2019 • Finance
Crop Production Policy, 2004
Ministry of Agriculture
Aims to boost crop yields at both subsistence and commercial levels. Focuses on food security, export promotion, and sustainable farming practices through improved extension services and input access.
Malawi • 2004 • Agriculture
Corrupt Practices Act, 1995
Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affair.
Establishes the Anti-Corruption Bureau to prevent, investigate, and prosecute corruption. Covers public and private sector offenses, asset recovery, and whistleblower protections.
Malawi • 1995 • Justice
Contract Farming Strategy, 2016
Ministry of Agriculture
Provides a framework to promote organized, inclusive contract farming. Aims to improve market access, reduce exploitation, and enhance productivity through structured agreements between farmers and buyers.
Malawi • 2016 • Agriculture
Child Care, Protection and Justice Act 2010
Community Development and Social Welfare
Provides a legal framework for child rights, care, protection, fosterage, and juvenile justice. Establishes child justice courts and outlines duties of families, communities, and institutions in safeguarding children
Malawi • 2010 • Social Welfare and Justice
Act No. 28 of 2017 Civil Aviation
Ministry of Transport and Public Works
Establishes the Civil Aviation Authority to regulate and oversee aviation safety, licensing, airspace use, and compliance with international conventions like the Chicago Convention
Malawi • 2017 • Transport and Aviation
Act No. 27 of 2012 Business Licensing
Ministry of Trade and Industry
Regulates the licensing of businesses selling goods or services. Establishes Business Licensing Centres and procedures for issuing, renewing, and monitoring licenses to promote formalization and compliance.
Malawi • 2012 • Commerce and Industry