Malawi Investment and Trade Centre

📌IMPORTANT UPDATE: 3rd Malawi–Tanzania Investment Forum

We wish to inform the public and all stakeholders that the date and venue of the 3rd Malawi–Tanzania Investment Forum has been revised.

📍Location : Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
🗓Dates: 29–31 July 2026

This forum will serve as a strategic platform for strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations between Malawi and Tanzania. It will bring together investors, businesses, and policymakers to explore opportunities, build partnerships, and advance shared economic growth objectives.

All interested participants are encouraged to take note of the updated arrangements and prepare to actively engage in this important regional investment dialogue.

🇹🇿🇲🇼A stronger partnership. A wider market. Greater opportunities.

Questions about investing or exporting? We’re here for you.

MITC is ready to guide you through every step of your investment and trade journey, making the process simpler, clearer, and easier to navigate.

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Malawi Advances Trade and Investment Priorities at Biashara Afrika 2026

The Malawi Investment and Trade Centre (MITC), with support from UNDP, attended the third edition of the AfCFTA Business Forum—Biashara Afrika 2026—which took place in Lomé, Togo, from 18th to 20th May 2026.

Held under the theme “Driving Africa’s Economic Transformation through the AfCFTA,” the Forum builds on the strong momentum generated by previous editions, serving as a strategic platform to consolidate achievements, strengthen investor confidence, and reinforce the pivotal role of the private sector in advancing AfCFTA implementation.

The Forum was officially opened by H.E. Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Republic, who emphasized that the AfCFTA is entering a decisive new phase—where economic integration is no longer a distant aspiration, but a historic necessity. He underscored that Biashara—meaning “trade” in Swahili—is not merely a forum for dialogue, but a platform for solutions, partnerships, and practical implementation. In the face of geopolitical tensions, rising protectionism, and shifting global supply chains, he stressed that collective resilience is essential, as no single African economy can effectively advance its interests in isolation.

This year’s Forum focused on empowering high-potential African enterprises, advancing industrialization and regional value chains, accelerating trade, addressing infrastructure gaps, promoting digital commerce, and strengthening public-private dialogue to mobilize investment. Together, these efforts aim to position the AfCFTA as a driver of sustainable growth, economic sovereignty, and shared prosperity across the continent.

MITC’s participation underscores Malawi’s commitment to regional integration and strategic trade expansion, positioning the country to unlock new investment opportunities, strengthen value chains, and enhance its competitiveness within the African continental market.

The Malawi Investment and Trade Centre (MITC) is participating in the 36th Malawi International Trade Fair, taking place from 21st to 29th May 2026 in Blantyre. The Trade Fair is organized by the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) in collaboration with the Ministry of Industrialization, Business, Tourism and Trade.

Held under the theme “Promoting Economic Stability through Enhanced Production and Industrialization,” the Fair has brought together over 100 exhibitors across key sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, mining, tourism, and ICT,showcasing the diversity and growing strength of Malawi’s productive industries.

During the official opening, the Honourable Minister of Industrialization, Business, Tourism and Trade, Hon. Simon Itaye, emphasized the critical role of the private sector in driving Malawi’s economic transformation under the Malawi 2063 agenda. He further highlighted MITC’s strategic role in advancing industrialization through investment promotion, export development, and the establishment of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to accelerate growth and enhance competitiveness.

We invite you to visit the MITC booth to explore trade opportunities in Malawi and learn how MITC is supporting businesses to grow, export, and thrive.

*Malawi Strengthens Trade and Investment Ties with India at IAFS-IV Brainstorming Session*

The Malawi Investment and Trade Centre (MITC) participated in the India–Malawi Business Brainstorming Session held on the sidelines of the India–Africa Forum Summit IV (IAFS-IV), a key platform for advancing economic cooperation between Africa and India.

MITC’s Acting Director of Trade Promotion and Facilitation, Mr. Lovemore Ndege, delivered remarks highlighting MITC’s mandate to promote Malawi as a key investment destination and facilitate export growth, while underscoring its role as a strategic bridge linking Malawian businesses with international partners, including India, to unlock mutually beneficial trade and investment opportunities. He further outlined priority areas for collaboration, including agro-processing, renewable energy, infrastructure development, healthcare, mining, and emerging technologies.

MITC also participated in a high-level panel discussion featuring His Excellency the High Commissioner of India, H.E. Mr. Amararam Gujar, the Principal Secretary from the Ministry of Tourism, Parks and Wildlife, and representatives of the business community, reinforcing the importance of public–private collaboration in driving investment outcomes.

This engagement reflects MITC’s continued commitment to strengthening strategic linkages, facilitating investor engagement, and translating dialogue into concrete trade and investment opportunities that support Malawi’s economic growth.