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The Malawi Judiciary is the branch of the Government of Malawi which interprets and applies the laws of Malawi to ensure equal justice under law and to provide a mechanism for dispute resolution. The Constitution defines the judiciary as a hierarchical system of courts, with the highest court being the Supreme Court of Appeal, together with the High Court and a number of Subordinate Courts. The Malawi Judiciary exists to serve all manner of people to access Justice and offer effective legal remedies. However, court processes are usually perceived as complexย and this affects how people can effectively access justice. This website contains information about the Judiciary including on how courts are operating in Malawi. If you go through our pages and still need to find out more about our services, feel free to contact us at any point in time
Here is a ruling delivered on 13th February 2026 by Honourable Justice of Appeal John Katsala, SC, in the Phillip Voets vs The Republic (MSCA Criminal Appeal No. 02 of 2025).
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The Honourable the Chief Justice of the Republic of Malawi,ย Rizine Robert Mzikamanda, SC, attended the 11th Biennial Meeting of Commonwealth Judicial Educators (CJEI).
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