Government of Malawi · Ministry of Natural Resources

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About

The Department of Forestry, under the Ministry of Natural Resources, carries out the Forestry Act and the National Forest Policy in Malawi.

Our leadership

Mr Custom Nyirenda

Director of Forestry
Mr Teddie Kamoto

Director of Forestry Research
Mrs Patricia Masupayi

Senior Deputy Director, Forestry Development and Management

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Contact the Department of Forestry about licences and permits, seedlings and forest reserves, or to report illegal activity.

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News & notices

Permits & regulations 22 May 2026

Forestry Regulations, 2026 now in force

New regulations under the Forestry Act set the closed season, protect listed tree species, update royalties and fees, and replace the Forestry Rules.