Malawi Writers Union

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Malawi Writers Union
AbbreviationMAWU
Formation1995
FounderGroup of Malawian authors and poets
TypeNon-governmental organization
Legal statusActive
PurposePromotion of creative writing and literature in Malawi
HeadquartersBlantyre, Malawi
Region served
Malawi
MembershipOver 200 members (2025 estimate)
Official language
English, Chichewa, Chitumbuka and other Malawian languages
President
 Alfred Msadala (as of 2025)
Main organ
General Assembly
Parent organization
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Wildlife (affiliated)
AffiliationsPan African Writers Association

The Malawi Writers Union (MAWU) is a national association of writers in Malawi that was established in 1995 to promote creative writing, literacy, and the development of Malawian authors. [1] The Union provides a platform for the writers of different genres such as fiction, poetry, drama, and non-fiction to exchange ideas, publish their works, and advocate for policies that support the literary arts. [2] [3]

References

  1. ↑ "Malawi Writers Union extends deadline for Fattani junior essay contest - Malawi Nyasa Times". 18 August 2015. Retrieved 16 September 2025.
  2. ↑ "Minister Nankhumwa encourages 'writing' among Malawi women: Pays K.5 million for women's anthology at MAWU event - Malawi Nyasa Times". 21 April 2018. Retrieved 16 September 2025.
  3. ↑ "Malawi Writers Union AGM on July 8: Sambalikagwa Mvona bids for 4th term - Malawi Nyasa Times". 30 June 2016. Retrieved 16 September 2025.
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