🇲🇼 Guide: Working in Malawi
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View all FAQ →Employment contracts in Malawi must be in writing and include essential terms such as job title, salary, working hours, and duration. The contract should specify conditions of employment, termination clauses, and any benefits. Both employer and employee must sign the agreement, and a copy should be provided to each party.
Dismissal in Malawi is only lawful if there is a valid reason such as misconduct, poor performance, or redundancy. Employers must follow proper procedures including written warnings and an opportunity for the employee to respond. Unfair dismissal claims can be made to the Industrial Relations Court within 12 months of termination.
Employees in Malawi are entitled to a minimum of 8 working days of paid annual leave per year after the first year of employment. Maternity leave is 8 weeks with full pay for the first 4 weeks, and sick leave is typically 4 working days per year. Public holidays are also recognized and paid.