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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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Women MPs in Malawi gain practical tools to lead, legislate, and serve

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At the Border, in the Market, on the Margins: Malawi Unlocks the Power of Women Traders

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From Scrolls to Livelihoods: Malawi’s Young Creators Look to Turn Content into Opportunity

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Strengthening Future Elections through Lessons from 2025

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Malawi Advances Gender Responsive Governance Through Gender Equality Seal Training

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Publications

2025 Annual Report cover with a circular multi-layer diagram on a blue gradient.

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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Cover: Malawi Electoral Support Project 2025 Report; woman voting outdoors by blue ballot box.

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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About Malawi

18.2

million

population

148

Gender Equality Ranking

62%

literacy rate

0.483

Human development index

64.3

years

life expectancy