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MwAPATA Institute

The MwAPATA Institute is an independent agricultural policy think tank in Malawi. The Institute is engaging the Government of Malawi, private sector, and civil society stakeholders in a program of applied policy analysis, policy outreach, capacity building, and policy coordination.

Recent  Events

Event in Pictures


Theme: "Operationalizing the Cannabis Industry for Malawi's economic growth"
Thursday, September 15th, 2022 || 9:00am -11:00 am CAT ||
Lilongwe University of Agriculture & Natural Resources (LUANAR), Lilongwe & Zoom
 

Eminent Speaker:      Rodger Saunt, Chief Executive Officer
                                   Malawi Canabbis Medical Laboratories Limited

Presentation available here;


Discussant:                 Dr. Salipira,  Chief Executive Officer
                                   Cannabis Regulatory Authority (CRA) - Malawi
Panelists:                    Mr. Bonface Kadzamira, Board Chairperson, CRA - Malawi
                                   Prof. Moses Maliro, Plant Breeding Specialist, Crop Science, LUANAR
                                    Mr. Nebert Nyirenda, Executive Director, Invegrow Limited

                                    Dr. Seraphin Khonje, Cannabis Specialist, Profix Eco-Industries 

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Highlights

Malawi Data Portal online

New Research

Stay informed on research releases

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An assessment of the potential for scaling Malawi’s wheat production for domestic consumption and export

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The Potential for Mega-Farms to Transform Malawian Agriculture

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2022 Malawi Agricultural Productivity and Commercialization Conference Proceedings and Summary Report

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Transforming the Aquaculture Sector in Malawi: Key Lessons from the 2022 SADC Regional Fisheries Dialogue Side Event

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Economic Viability of Small-Scale Aquaculture in Malawi

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Cyclone Ana Impacts on Livelihoods and Agricultural Systems: Experiences and Voices from Chikwawa and Nsangje Districts

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How Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Will Affect the Food Security Situation in Malawi: Implications for Malawian Policy Response

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​In the News

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MwAPATA Institute Tips Government on Ukraine Russia War Effects

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MwAPATA Institute warns of dire  effects of Russia-Ukraine war on Malawi's food security situation

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For Malawi, Russia's invasion of Ukraine presents challenges and opportunities

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MwAPATA Tips Government on the Affordable Inputs Programme

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Experts Search for Tobacco Alternative

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Experts Recommend Expedited Replacement to Tobacco

Day 1: Key Presentations

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