Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: New COVID-19 mitigation measures implemented Effective December 23, the Malawi Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 has implemented the following measures to limit the spread of the virus: All land borders will be closed for two weeks (14 days) starting December 23, 2020, except for essential goods transporters, deportees and those in special circumstances. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 23 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: New COVID-19 mitigation measures implemented Effective December 23, the Malawi Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 has implemented the following measures to limit the spread of the virus: All land borders will be closed for two weeks (14 days) starting December 23, 2020, except for essential goods transporters, deportees and those in special circumstances. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 23 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The United States Embassy would like to inform all U.S. Citizens living in Malawi and the general public that the Consular Section will be closed from December 11, 2020 to January 11, 2021. During this time, all routine consular services will be suspended and only U.S. citizens with consular emergencies will be assisted. In the event …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 2 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
As of November 16, 2020, Malawi there are 5,971 confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout Malawi, with 5.402 recovered patients and 185 related deaths from COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 17 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
MALAWI – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Reconsider travel to Malawi due to COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 17 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
As of September 28, 2020, Malawi there are 5,768 confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout Malawi, with 4,206 recovered patients and 179 related deaths from COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Covid-19, Health Alert, Travel Alert
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away!
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: U.S. Election
As of September 1, 2020, Malawi there are 5,576 confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout Malawi, with 3,420 recovered patients and and 175 related deaths from COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, covid19, Health Alert
Satguru Travel is planning to operate another charter flight through Ethiopian Airlines to/from Malawi on 24th August 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 18 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Health Alert, Travel Alert
On August 6, the State Department rescinded the Global Level 4 Health Advisory; however, Malawi remains at Level 4. Do not travel to Malawi due to COVID-19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 14 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Travel Advisory
In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to request a ballot through their state’s online portal or complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Malawi has confirmed 4,674 cases and 146 deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, covid19, Health Alert
The U.S. Embassy is aware of two transportation options in and out of Malawi that we would like to share with you. Ulendo Travel Now is currently offering to arrange charter flights from Lilongwe to Lusaka and connecting flights out of Lusaka.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed 3,709 cases and 104 deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, covid19, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed 2,430 cases and thirty-nine (39) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, covid19, Health Alert
Satguru Travel will operate a charter flight through Ethiopian Airlines from Lilongwe to Addis Ababa tentatively scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2020. For bookings, please contact Satguru Travel by signing up via their form at https://forms.gle/VQRefWzrYR6ifDb9A.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed 1,818 cases and nineteen (19) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 7 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Satguru Travel will operate a charter flight through Ethiopian Airlines from Lilongwe to Addis Ababa tentatively scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2020. For bookings, please contact Satguru Travel by signing up via their form at https://forms.gle/6GtDFffjuHG2ePPy5.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed nine hundred forty-one (941) cases and eleven (11) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 25 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi Government is scheduled to host Presidential Elections on June 23, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Malawi has confirmed five hundred and fifty-five (555) cases and six (6) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 16 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed four hundred and forty-three (443) cases and four (4) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 9 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed three hundred and sixty-nine (369) cases and four (4) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed one hundred and one (101) cases and four (4) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 28 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Satguru Travel will operate a charter flight through Ethiopian Airlines from Lilongwe to Addis Ababa tentatively scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 22 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed seventy (70) cases and three (3) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed forty-one (41) cases and three (3) deaths from COVID-19
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By sokolv | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Covid-19, Health Alert
A special repatriation flight organized by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe departed Malawi for the United States on April 24. At this time, U.S. Embassy Lilongwe does not anticipate that there will be additional charter or special commercial flights organized by the Department of State and U.S. Embassy from Malawi …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed thirty-three (33) cases and three (3) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Health Alert
Malawi has confirmed seventeen (17) cases and two (2) deaths from COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Alert, covid19, Health Alert
The U.S. Embassy has confirmed availability of seats on a special commercial flight leaving Malawi on or around April 24.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. citizens living in Malawi are invited to meet with Ambassador Robert Scott on Friday, April 17, 2020. Ambassador Scott would like to meet and hear from U.S. citizens in country through a virtual town hall.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (April 8, 2020) Location: Lilongwe, Malawi Event: Special Flight Leaving Lilongwe to the United States. Based upon interest by some resident Americans, the U.S. Embassy in Malawi is in the process of examining options for a repatriation flight to the United States. The flight is estimated to travel within the next two weeks. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Lilongwe Event:The President of Malawi announced three cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. Actions to Take: Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information. For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the CDC’s latest recommendations. Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information. Check with …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: Virtual Town Hall with U.S. Ambassador Robert Scott U.S. citizens living in Malawi are invited to meet with Ambassador Robert Scott on Friday, April 3, 2020. Ambassador Scott would like to meet and hear from U.S. citizens in country through a virtual town hall. If you have any questions you would like Ambassador Scott to …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (April 1, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 31, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 30, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of …
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By sokolv | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of Malawi is considering further restrictions if the situation …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 28 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. We recognize this has been a challenging period for many of our fellow citizens, particularly those of you seeking to depart Malawi after the numerous cancellations of regularly scheduled flights out of Malawi. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 15, Peace Corps suspended …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 26, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 15, Peace …
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By sokolv | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 19, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 18, 2020) Location: Malawi Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 199,000 people infected globally. Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. However, the government …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Malawi Event: Constitutional Court Announcement The Malawian Constitution Court is expected to announce election-related information sometime between January 27, 2020 and February 3, 2020. Crowds may gather in anticipation and or as a result of these announcements. Actions to Take: Avoid large crowds and always leave yourself room to maneuver. Be aware of your surroundings. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 27 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs
Location: Malawi Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 13 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Lilongwe Event: A demonstration is scheduled for Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Lilongwe starting at 08:00. The demonstration will begin at Lilongwe Community ground and proceed to Paul Kagame Road through Area 18 roundabout and end at Malawi Police Service headquarters in Area 30. Actions to Take: Exercise caution when moving around Lilongwe. If …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 13 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Malawi (Nationwide) Event: The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has called for mass, nationwide demonstrations on January 16, 2020. In Lilongwe, the demonstration is scheduled to take place from 12:00 to 17:30. The route in Lilongwe will begin at Lilongwe Community ground and proceed through Kamuzu Procession Road, Chilambula Road, M1- Area 18 roundabout, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 13 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
December 23, 2019 Event: Holidays in Malawi provide increased risk for criminal activity. There is a heightened risk of armed robbery and assault. Travelers to Malawi are perceived to have gifts or large amounts of cash. Actions to Take: Exercise additional vigilance throughout the holiday season and at holiday events. Review your personal security plans. Be aware of your surroundings. Use …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 24 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Lilongwe Event: Demonstrations are planned in Lilongwe today, December 10, 2019. The demonstration will begin at Lilongwe Community Ground, via Mchesi, to the Kamuzu Central Hospital roundabout then on to Kenyatta Drive to Presidential Way then Chilembwe Road and end at Capital Hill. If you are outside of Lilongwe, please exercise caution, since demonstrations may erupt …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 10 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Lilongwe Event: Demonstrations are planned in Lilongwe tomorrow, October 1, 2019. The demonstration will begin at Lilongwe Community Ground, then proceed down the M1, then on to Kamuzu Procession Road and into Chilambula Road, then back to the M1 to the Area 18 roundabout to Presidential Way and end at Capital Hill. If you are outside …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 30 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned nationwide tomorrow, August 28, 2019 and may continue until Friday, August 30, 2019. Currently, the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to remain open for normal operations. The Human Rights Defenders Coalition has called for mass demonstrations to continue until the Malawi Electoral Commission Chair, Jane Ansah, resigns. Looting and vandalism have occurred …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 27 August, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Airports and Land Border Crossings Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe, Chileka International Airport in Blantyre and at land border crossings at Karonga (Songwe border), Mchinji, Mwanza and Ntcheu from Monday, August 26 – Friday, August 30, 2019. Currently, the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to remain open for normal operations during that time. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned in several cities and districts throughout Malawi on Thursday, July 25. The U.S. will remain open for normal operations during that time. The Human Rights Defenders Coalition called for mass demonstrations to continue until the Malawi Electoral Commission Chair resigns. Looting and violence have occurred during recent demonstrations throughout Malawi’s major …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 25 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to continue until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to occur every Tuesday and Friday until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns. The U.S. Embassy anticipates that the next demonstration to occur Friday, July 19.
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 15 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Nationwide Event: The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to occur every Tuesday and Friday until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns. Though organizers consistently have called for peaceful protest, looting and violence have occurred during recent demonstrations throughout Malawi’s major cities. The first demonstration is scheduled for Tuesday, July 17. …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 11 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Nationwide Event: The U.S. Embassy Lilongwe has received reports of potential vigils in vicinity of Area 3 Police Station and Maula Prison in Area 6. U.S. Embassy personnel are being advised to avoid these areas. Embassy travel outside of Lilongwe is permitted with security office approval through Friday, July 12. Past protests have been predominantly peaceful, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 10 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Embassy will resume full operations Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Given the possibility of further demonstrations this week, U.S. Embassy personnel are operating with the following restrictions:
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 9 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Alert: Nationwide Demonstrations Update – July 7 Event: During last week’s demonstrations, organizers called for protests to resume on Monday, July 8. At this time, the U.S. Embassy has recommended mission personnel avoid non-essential travel on Monday. Due to skirmishes and looting associated with ongoing protests, all U.S. Embassy personnel are advised to avoid public gatherings as the security …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 7 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe July 6, 2019 Event: As of this morning, July 6, the situation in Lilongwe appears stable. However, this is subject to change with little notice. The U.S. Embassy anticipates demonstrations to resume throughout the country on Monday, July 8. In preparation of the anticipated demonstrations, essential travel within Lilongwe is authorized for Embassy …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 6 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Event: The U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe will be curtailing operations tomorrow, July 5, 2019 due to ongoing demonstrations. Demonstrations are expected nationwide to include the cities of Lilongwe, Blantyre, Zomba, and Mzuzu. All Embassy personnel are required to remain in Lilongwe’s areas 10, 12, and 43 or at their hotel or other overnight location if …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 5 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe July 3, 2019 Locations: Lilongwe, Blantyre, Mzuzu Event: Nationwide protest demonstrations and vigils are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, July 04-05, 2019, in major cities around Malawi to include Lilongwe, Blantyre, and Mzuzu. It is likely these demonstrations will be large in scale and predominantly peaceful. However, the heightened tensions …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Lilongwe Event: Significant civil disorder is being reported in Lilongwe, specifically Area 3 and Old Town. Avoid the area if possible. Actions to Take: Exercise caution moving around the city this weekend. If you see a barrier or individuals blocking your path, turn around and find an alternate route. If you are unable to depart the area, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 24 June, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe June 20, 2019 Location: Countrywide Event: On Thursday, June 20, nationwide protest marches are scheduled in major cities around Malawi. Specifically, in Lilongwe, it is recommended to avoid Area 3, City Center, Lilongwe Community Grounds, Kenyatta Avenue and Capitol Hill. The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy will be open on Thursday, …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Countrywide Event: On Thursday, June 6, clashes between the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and Malawi Police Service (MPS) resulted in the use of tear gas that disrupted U.S. Embassy operations. The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy will be open on Friday, June 7 for emergency American Citizens Services. Actions to Take: Avoid any …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Location: Impacted districts include: Dedza Balaka Machinga Zomba Neno Blantyre Chiradzulu Mulanje Phalombe Mwanza Chikwawa Thyolo Nsanje Event: The Government of Malawi has declared a state of emergency due to severe flooding in the south, affecting thirteen districts. This flooding has resulted in significant loss of life, substantial property damage, and the widespread displacement of …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 12 March, 2019 | Topics: Alert, News
October 24, 2018 Are you a U.S. citizen living in or near Blantyre? Do you need a notarial? Want to apply for a new passport? The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe, Malawi, is hitting the road and will be in Blantyre on Monday and Tuesday, October 29 – 30, to provide a …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 24 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
United States Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Safety of Travel to Mulanje District, Malawi July 26, 2018 The United States Embassy in Lilongwe is implementing temporary restrictions on its staff when traveling to Malawi’s Mulanje District out of an abundance of caution due to a resurgence of rumors of attacks by human …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 26 July, 2018 | Topics: Alert
January 5, 2018 Message to U.S. Citizens: Improvements to Safety and Security Information U.S. Embassy Lilongwe – On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will …
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By U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe | 5 January, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens