Malawi
At a Glance
Malawi faces a number of challenges that increase its vulnerability to a changing climate, including high population growth, dependence on rainfed agriculture, high rates of malnutrition and HIV/AIDS, and inadequate power supply. Extreme climate and weather events such as the increased frequency and intensity of drought and floods, along with higher temperatures, negatively impact agriculture production, fisheries, wildlife and forests, which provide food, income, fuel, and other environmental services to vulnerable populations.
Climate Projections and Impacts
View USAID's Malawi Climate Change Country Profile and Fact Sheet (2023) here.
Refer to the Climate Risk Profile (2017) for more information.
Climate Projections
Increased Incidence of Dry Spells/Droughts & Increased Heat Wave Duration
Increased Incidence/Risk of Droughts and Floods
Increased/More Frequent Precipitation
Increased Temperature
Key Climate Impact Areas
Agriculture
Fisheries
Ecosystems
Human Health
Water Resources
Country Climate Context
Population (2023)
21.3 Million
GAIN Vulnerability
Medium
GHG Emissions Growth
4.07%
% Forested Area
33.2%
Funding & Key indicators
USAID Climate Change Funding (2023)
Total
$4.7 Million
Adaptation
$3.7 Million
Sustainable Landscapes
$1 Million
Reduced or Sequestered GHG Emissions through Sustainable Landscapes Activities (metric tons) (2022)
694,011
Hectares Under Improved Management Expected to Reduce GHG Emissions (2022)
2,756,726
Refer to metadata and sources for more details.
Country Plans & Commitments
- National Charcoal Strategy (2017, 44 pages)
- National Forest Landscape Restoration Strategy (2017, 44 pages)
- African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFR100)
- Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+)
Climate Change Information
Malawi Photo Gallery
Combatting Climate Change through Sustainable Energy
At the World's End
