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UNDP Malawi

What we do

UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results. UNDP has been present in Malawi since 1964.

Recent news

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Stories
From Subsistence to Commercialisation: Karonga Farmers Strengthen Market Readiness under the UCHI Project

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Growing Hope in Salima as Farmers Prepare for Harvest under the UCHI Project

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A Second Chance for Agnes: Back in School After Teenage Pregnancy

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Apply Now: The Youth in Leadership Innovation Challenge is Here!

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Beatrice’s Return: Escaping Child Marriage and Reclaiming the Classroom

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EU Optimistic About Progress of Phase III Birth Registration Exercise

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Publications

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Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi (IDT4M) Annual Report 2025

UNDP's Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi (IDT4M) 2025 Annual Report highlights the project's evolution from building foundational digital systems to actively delivering inclusive services. It emphasizes bridging the digital divide, promoting digital literacy, and expanding digital governance while focusing heavily on the inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities

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Malawi Electoral Support Project (MESP) 2025 Annual Report

The Malawi Electoral Support Project (MESP) 2025 Annual Report highlights the strategic investments and technical milestones that enabled the delivery of credible, inclusive, and peaceful general elections in September 2025. 

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Policy Brief: Mainstreaming Gender and Inclusive principles in the National Energy Policy in Malawi

The UNDP Malawi Gender and Energy Policy Brief provides a comprehensive analysis of the gaps and strategic opportunities for mainstreaming gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) within Malawi’s energy frameworks.

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About Malawi

21.2

million

population

148

Gender Equality Ranking

62%

Literacy Rate

0.517

Human Development Index

67.4

years

Life Expectancy