The Malawi Partnership has developed a relationship between the Anglican Church in Malawi and the Diocese of Birmingham for over 42 years. During this time the relationship has evolved in the areas of mission and ministry. Birmingham assists Malawi in the funding of its clergy and diocesan administrative costs. Visits both ways have nurtured personal relationships and life changing experiences which have enriched the nature of the partnership.

This website provides information about the Partnership. Please visit the Links page for some websites which give some useful information. The Background page explains about the link between Malawi and the Diocese of Birmingham. If you wish to contact the Malawi Partnership then please visit the Contacts page.

If you would like to know more about making a donation or regular giving please visit the Giving page by clicking here.

Introduction to Malawi

One of Africa's smallest countries, Malawi is a hidden treasure and is without doubt the Warm Heart of Africa. For over 100 years, this peaceful country has not known the extreme of war or civil strife that have engulfed many other African countries.

However, Malawi still has among the lowest per capita income in Africa. Development prospects are threatened by HIV and AIDS, steeply declining capacity in government, weak economic and financial management, corruption and a poor operating environment for the private sector.

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In celebration of over 42 years of the Malawi Partnership, the Malawi Task Group launched a skills sharing programme during 2006. Since then numerous successful trips have been undertaken and more are planned for 2008. These trips fall broadly into three categories:

• Skills Share
• Work Share
• Encounter

To find out more please visit our Visits Programme pages by clicking here.