The Department of Economic Planning and Development in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, in collaboration with the National Statistical Office (NSO), the National Planning Commission (NPC), and the University of Malawi (UNIMA), with support from UNICEF launched the 2019/2020 Multidimensional Child Poverty Report on 15th May 2024 at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) […]

Mark your calendars! The eagerly awaited second report of the Malawi Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is scheduled to launch on 2nd August, 2023. Building on the success of the first report launched in 2021, this new report utilizes the Integrated Household Survey 5 (IHS 5) data to provide an updated assessment of poverty in the

The rehabilitation efforts after Cyclone Freddy are in full swing, with significant progress being made in the affected regions. Relief teams have been working tirelessly to restore basic infrastructure, provide essential supplies, and ensure the safety and well-being of the affected communities. The government, along with national and international aid organizations, continues to coordinate efforts to support