Building a
Healthier Malawi,
together!
Through relentless surveillance, scientific research, and public cooperation, the Public Health Institute of Malawi continues to successfully safeguard our nation against emerging health threats.
National Security Milestone
Outbreaks Successfully Contained
Thanks to rapid response teams, healthcare workers, and public vigilance, Malawi has effectively defeated the recent clusters of Cholera, Mpox, and viral threats. Our ongoing surveillance ensures we remain ahead of the curve.
Cholera Status
Contained
Mpox Status
Contained
Districts Secured
29 / 29
Vigilance Level
Active
National Reference Labs
Spearheading advanced pathogen genomics and rapid diagnostics to detect emerging variants and verify public health threats before they escalate.
Field Surveillance (IDSR)
Continuous active monitoring of over 40 priority diseases across all 29 districts utilizing real-time digital reporting and contact tracing metrics.
Emergency Operations (PHEOC)
Maintaining 24/7 multisectoral coordination to ensure rapid deployment of resources, personnel, and strategies for any biological event.
Media Center
News & Updates
IDSR Bulletin Week 17
Weekly Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response update for epidemiological week 17.
Read Bulletin
Strengthening PHIM Leadership
Enhancing Incident Management System (IMS) protocols and cross-departmental synergy.
Read More
Mpox Response Evaluation
A comprehensive overview of the national multisectoral response strategies following containment.
Read More
Post-Cholera WASH Initiatives
Continued community engagement and awareness exercises to ensure sustained prevention.
Read MoreDigital Archives
Malawi Public Health Library
Through the UK-based INASP, PERI provides access to scientific information including over 10,700 full-text online journals and databases.
For not-for-profit academic institutions in Malawi.
- Cholera job aids & protocols
- Updated GTFCC App & Outbreak manual
- Regional reporting & data guides
Research Ethics & Regulatory
Investigators are required to submit their protocols using the standardized PHIM-NHSRC forms for ethical review.
NHSRC Protocol Forms