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Malawi - - Law, Act

Public Service Act, 1994 (No. 19 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-05-16 | MWI-1994-L-40068

Makes provisions for the administration of the public service.

Malawi - - Constitution

Republic of Malawi (Constitution) Act, 1994 (No. 20 of 1994) -

Adoption: 1994-05-16 | MWI-1994-C-40069

Consists of 23 Chapters and 214 sections. Chapter II provides for application and interpretation and Chapter III concerns fundamental principles (section 12 sets forth the fundamental constitutional principles and states: "All legal and political authority of the state derives from the people of Malawi and shall be exercised in accordance with this Constitution solely to serve and protect their interests."). Chapter VI deals with human rights. The Constitution seeks to enshrine not only the principle of equality in general terms, but is quite specific in mandating gender equality (section 13) and prohibiting discrimination (section 20). Section 24 elaborates the rights of women, and section 30 provides for the right to development. The means of enforcement of these rights are not specified other than in the general provisions of section 46 which make reference to the Ombudsman and Human Rights Commission. Section 31 states that "every person shall have the right to fair and safe labour practices and to fair remuneration" but it does not refer to a right to strike. The right to freedom of association, which includes the right to form associations is affirmed in section 32 and the right is extended and clarified in section 40 to include, inter alia, the right to form, to join, to participate in the activities of, and to recruit members for a political party and to campaign for a political Party. Chapter X provides for an Ombudsman. Chapters XI and XII concerns the Human Rights Commission and the Law Commission, and Chapter XX provides for the civil service.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Young Pioneers (Repeal) Act, 1994 (No. 12 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-05-02 | MWI-1994-L-40064

Repeals the Young Pioneers Act, but provides that Young Pioneers shall continue to be employees in the public service, and may be seconded, transferred, posted, promoted or otherwise assigned to any other eligible post in the public service, other than the armed forces or the Malawi Police Force.

Malawi - - Constitution

Constitution (Amendment) Act, 1994 (No. 13 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-05-02 | MWI-1994-C-40066

Matters concerning the office of President of the Republic.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Parliamentary and Presidential Elections (Amendment) Act, 1994 (No. 16 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-03-30 | Date of entry into force: 1994-02-21 | MWI-1994-L-40067

Concerns election petitions in respect of election as member of the National Assembly or to office of the President.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Industrial Training (Levy) Order, 1994 (G.N. No. 26 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-03-22 | MWI-1994-R-37211

Establishes rates of contribution to the Industrial Training Fund for specific employers on the basis of man-months worked by their skilled workmen. Made under the Industrial Training Act.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Parliamentary and Presidential Elections Act, 1993 (No. 31 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-11-18 | MWI-1993-L-37983

Malawi - - Constitution

Constitution (Amendment) (No. 3) Act, 1993 (No. 25 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-11-17 | MWI-1993-C-37982

Inserts a new Chapter IA relating to the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual. Includes such rights and freedoms as, inter alia, the protection of right to life and right to personal liberty, protection from slavery and forced labour, protection from inhuman treatment, protection for privacy of home and other property, protection of freedom of conscience, freedom of expression, freedom of assembly and association, and protection from discrimination on the grounds of race, tribe, place of origin, political opinions, colour or creed.

Malawi - - Law, Act

National Consultative Council Act, 1993 (No. 20 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-11-16 | Date of entry into force: 1993-08-23 | MWI-1993-L-37981

Establishes a National Consultative Council and a National Consultative Committee to oversee the transition from a one-party to a multi-party political system following the national referendum held on 14 June 1993. The Council shall, inter alia, participate in the formulation of policies and in the initiation of legislative measures necessary for the transition, and prepare the draft of a new electoral law, a new Constitution and a new Bill of Rights. Provides for rules of procedure to govern the conduct of business of the two bodies.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Wages (General) (Amendment) Order, 1993 (G.N. No. 86 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-09-21 | MWI-1993-R-35966

Provides for the rates of minimum daily wage to be paid to an adult employee (inclusive of the value of proper and sufficient food or a cooked midday meal). Made under the Minimum Wages and Conditions of Employment Act.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Wages (Domestic Servants) (Amendment) Order, 1993 (G.N. No. 87 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-09-21 | MWI-1993-R-35967

Provides for the rates of minimum wages for domestic workers and related matters. Made under the Minimum Wages and Conditions of Employment Act.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Wages (Hours of Work and Overtime) (Amendment) Order, 1993 (G.N. No. 88 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-09-21 | MWI-1993-R-35968

Applies to all employees who are subject to the Employment Act. States that an employer may negotiate with his employee or employees, individually or collectively, as to whether or not the employee or group of employees may be called upon to work overtime, and such an agreement shall form part of the contract of employment of the employee or group of employees. Where no specific mention is made either orally or in writing, that which is generally in practice for the comparable category of employees in the relevant industry shall apply. Made under the Minimum Wages and Conditions of Employment Act.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Wages and Conditions of Employment (Housing Allowance) (Amendment) Order, 1993 (G.N. No. 89 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-09-21 | MWI-1993-R-35969

Amends amount of housing allowance for workers in specified regions. Made under the Minimum Wages and Conditions of Employment Act.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Paramedicals and Allied Health Professionals (Training) Rules, 1993 (G.N. No. 80 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-07-19 | MWI-1993-R-34692

Provides for rules in respect of diploma and certificate courses of training, approved training institutions and examinations for paramedicals and allied health professionals. Made under the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act.

Malawi - - Constitution

Constitution (Amendment) (No. 2) Act, 1993 (No. 14 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-06-29 | MWI-1993-C-34717

Provides that Malawi is to be a multiparty state, and that the provisions of the Constitution are to continue to apply until the assumption of power of government following the first multiparty general elections.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Constitution (Referendum on Malawi's Political System) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 1993 (G.N. No. 57 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-05-26 | MWI-1993-R-33844

Amendments concerning publication of books and pamphlets, and determination and compilation of results.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Constitution (Referendum on Malawi's Political System) Regulations, 1993 (G.N. No. 5 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-02-04 | MWI-1993-R-40063

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Industrial Training (Levy) Order, 1993 (G.N. No. 3 of 1993)

Adoption: 1993-01-21 | MWI-1993-R-40070

Sets out rates for contributions by employers in certain sectors to the Industrial Training Fund.

Malawi - - Constitution

Constitution (Amendment)(No. 2) Act, 1992

Adoption: 1992-11-13 | MWI-1992-C-33442

Provides that the President may at any time call a referendum by which eligible citizens of Malawi shall be asked to cast their votes to determine any matter or issue of national interest or concern.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Malawi Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992)

Adoption: 1992-08-27 | MWI-1992-L-31972

Amends section 2 by deleting the definition "person of African race" and sections 4 and 5 by deleting the words "and is a person of African race".

Malawi - - Law, Act

Preservation of Public Security (Amendment) Act, 1992 (No. 17 of 1992)

Adoption: 1992-08-24 | MWI-1992-L-31971

Provides for rules in respect of detention of persons, arrest pending a detention order, trial of persons detained or arrested under the Act, review of detention orders, Detention Review Tribunal and rules of procedure.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Disaster Preparedness and Relief Act (Chapter 33:05). -

Adoption: 1992-03-16 | MWI-1992-L-112668

An Act to make provision for the co-ordination and implementation of measures to alleviate effects to disasters, the establishment of the office of Commissioner for Disaster Preparedness and Relief, the establishment of a National Disaster Preparedness and Relief Committee of Malawi, and for matters incidental thereto or connected therewith.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Investment Promotion Act 1991.

Adoption: 1991 | MWI-1991-L-50939

Governs investment in Malawi and creates a Malawi Investment Promotion Agency. Section 12 of the Schedule provides that the Government shall not interfere in the employer's choice of workforce and shall make Temporary Employment Permits available for key investment positions.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Refugee Regulations, 1990. -

Adoption: 1990-06-08 | MWI-1990-R-86509

Provides the procedures for applying for refugee status in Malawi as well as how this can be revoked.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Refugee Act, 1989. -

Adoption: 1989-05-08 | MWI-1989-L-86510

Establishes a Refugee Committee, sets out its composition, functions and powers. The principal role of the Committee is to consider applications for refugee status.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Industrial Development (Amendment) Act 1988. No. 8.

Adoption: 1988-05-18 | MWI-1988-L-6982

Amends the Industrial Development Act (Cap. 51:01), in particular by repealing s. 5 and by replacing s. 12 (duties of licensee respecting employment and training of Malawi citizens).

Malawi - - Law, Act

Law Revision Order 1987. Government Notice No. 150.

Adoption: 1987-12-14 | MWI-1987-L-6232

In two Schedules, sets forth pages to be removed from and added to the Laws of Malawi on a variety of subjects, including immigration, the Penal Code, disabled persons, industrial training and regulation of minimum wages and conditions of employment.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act 1987. No. 17.

Adoption: 1987-08-28 | MWI-1987-L-4551

Provides for the registration and disciplining of medical practitioners and dentists and the regulation and training of medical personnel generally. Part X deals with education and training. Repeals the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Registration Act (Cap. 36:01).

Malawi - - Law, Act

Immigration (Amendment) Act 1987. No. 21.

Adoption: 1987-08-28 | MWI-1987-L-4552

Amends various sections of the Immigration Act (Cap. 15:03), in particular regarding business residence permits which are required for any non-national carrying on a business or engaging in an occupation or profession in Malawi.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Agriculture (General Purposes) Act (No. 11 of 1987) Notice of Commencement. Government Notice No. 62.

Adoption: 1987-05-11 | MWI-1987-L-3496

Sets 1 June 1987 as the date for entry into force.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Smallholder Agricultural Produce (Marketing) Regulations 1987. Government Notice No. 63.

Adoption: 1987-05-11 | MWI-1987-R-3497

Licensing regulations issued under the Agriculture (General Purposes) Act 1987 (No. 11).

Malawi - - Law, Act

Nurses and Midwives (Amendment) Act 1987. No. 10.

Adoption: 1987-04-07 | MWI-1987-L-3622

Miscellaneous amendments to the principal Act (Cap. 36:02), including provisions concerning definitions, Council membership, and enforcement.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Agriculture (General Purposes) Act, 1987 (Act No. 11 of 1987). -

Adoption: 1987-04-07 | Date of entry into force: 1987-06-01 | MWI-1987-L-91032

An Act to make miscellaneous provisions for the general regulation of the agricultural industry.

Sections:
1. Short title and commencement
2. Interpretation
3. Regulation of the agriculture industry
4. Incidental and supplementary provisions
5. Application of regulations etc.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Public Holidays (Amendment of Schedule) Order 1986. Government Notice No. 99.

Adoption: 1986-10-27 | MWI-1986-R-3114

Substitutes one public holiday in December for another in August.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Companies Act (Cap. 40:03). -

Adoption: 1986-04-01 | MWI-1986-L-90374

An Act to amend and consolidate the law relating to companies, and to provide for matters connected therewith and incidental thereto.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Industrial Training (Levy) (No. 2) Order 1985.

Adoption: 1985-07-15 | MWI-1985-R-1769

Under the Industrial Training Act (Cap. 55:08); fixes the rates and amounts of levy payable to the Industrial Training Fund by employers and self-employed persons in the period 1 Apr. to 30 Sept. 1985.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Mining (Safety) Regulations 1982. Government Notice No. 99/1982. -

Adoption: 1982-08-12 | MWI-1982-R-10318

Malawi - - Law, Act

Mines and Minerals Act (Cap. 61:01). -

Adoption: 1981-06-01 | MWI-1981-L-94725

Deals, inter alia, with health and safety requirements in mines.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Factories (Amendment) Act 1980. No. 9.

Adoption: 1980-09-15 | MWI-1980-L-11653

An Act to amend the Factories Act [Cap. 55:07]. Miscellaneous amendments.

Malawi - - International agreement

Agreement concerning public officers' pensions. Done at Lilongwe.

Adoption: 1975-11-26 | Date of entry into force: 1975-11-26 | INT-1975-IA-26274

Malawi - - Law, Act

Industrial Training Act 1972. No. 20.

Adoption: 1972-12-09 | MWI-1972-L-16807

An Act to provide for the establishment of the Industrial Training Fund; for the payment into such Fund of periodical contributions by the Government and sums levied on employers of skilled workmen in certain trades, and on the self-employed in such trades; for the application of such Fund towards defraying various costs and expenses relating to apprenticeships and the supplementary training of both apprentices and skilled workmen in such trades and to the administration of the Apprenticeship Act and of this Act; and for related matters.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Explosives Regulations 1972 [safety provisions]. G.N. No. 285.

Adoption: 1971-12-11 | MWI-1971-R-17383

Malawi - - Law, Act

Handicapped Persons Act, 1971 (No.48 of 1971).

Adoption: 1971-01-07 | MWI-1971-L-51206

Establishes a Council for the Handicapped and provides for the registration of disabled persons.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Aviation (Air Navigation) Regulations 1970 [under the Aviation Act 1970 (No. 7); regulation 16 (composition of crew of aircraft), 46 (duties of operators to prevent excessive fatigue of flight crew), 47 (establishment of limits on flight times, flying duty periods and rest periods), 48 (maximum flying duty period for flight crew), 49 (minimum rest periods for flight crew), 50-51 (records of flight times, duty periods and rest periods; maximum flight times for crew), etc.].

Adoption: 1970-12-11 | MWI-1970-L-18552

Malawi - - Law, Act

Widows and Orphans Pensions (Amendment) Act 1970.

Adoption: 1970-12-10 | MWI-1970-L-18551

An Act to amend the Widows and Orphans Pensions Act. No. 39. Replaces s. 10 (Pensions Fund); adds. s. 46 (powers of Minister)].

Malawi - - Law, Act

Retail Shops (Amendment) Act 1969. No. 2.

Adoption: 1969-05-06 | MWI-1969-L-17842

An Act to amend the law relating to shop hours and business licensing and for matters incidental thereto. Inter alia, repeals the Shops Hours Ordinance (Cap. 86).

Malawi - - Law, Act

Censorship and Control of Entertainments Act (Cap. 21:01) (L.R.O. 1/1982).

Adoption: 1968-12-02 | MWI-1968-L-73412

Regulates and controls the making and exhibition of movies, the importation, production, dissemination of undesirable publications, pictures, statues and records, the performance or presentation of stage plays and public entertainments, the operation of theatres in the interests of public safety.

Malawi - - Law, Act

Criminal Procedure and Evidence Code (Cap. 8:01). -

Adoption: 1968-02-01 | MWI-1968-L-90376

An Act to provide for the law relating to procedure and evidence in criminal proceedings and for incidental matters.

Malawi - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Immigration Regulations, 1968. -

Adoption: 1968 | MWI-1968-R-86511

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Immigration Procedure
Part III - Prohibited Immigrants
Part IV - Appeals
Part V - Removal of Prohibited Immigrant
Part VI - Permits and Certificates of Identity
Part VII - Deportation
Part VIII - General

Malawi - - Law, Act

Arbitration Act (Cap. 6:03) (Act No. 26 of 1967). -

Adoption: 1967-11-06 | MWI-1967-L-94721