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The Department of Forestry is the lead agency in the administration of the National Forest Policy and the Forestry Act in Malawi.

Our Mandate


To ensure sustainable development, conservation and utilisation of forestry resources for socio-economic growth and development of Malawi.

Our Vision


To become a dynamic, high performing, consultative and client-focused authority which promotes, builds and ensures sustainable development, utilisation, protection and management of forests to reduce poverty.

Our Mission


To guide, plan, coordinate, facilitate and promote active participation of all stakeholders in the sustainable development and utilisation of forest resources, goods and services for socio-economic development.


Featured News

Minister For Natural Resource and Climate Change in a Meeting at the UN on Disaster Risk Reduction

Minister For Natural Resource and Climate Change in a Meeting at the UN on Disaster Risk Reduction

The Minister of Natural Resources and Climate Change Honorable Dr. Michael Usi took part in the High-Level Meeting on the Midterm Review of the 2015-2030 Sendai Framew...

DoF, MCHF hosts a Workshop on Earth Observation and Monitoring

DoF, MCHF hosts a Workshop on Earth Observation and Monitoring

Journalists drawn from various Media Houses participated in Earth Observation and Forest Monitoring workshop on 16th May 2023 in Lilongwe 
The Newly Appointed PS visits HQ

The Newly Appointed PS visits HQ

The Newly appointed Principal Secretary for Natural Resources and Climate  Dr. Yusuf Mkungula visited...