Ministry of Education

Official ministry update

Malawi Launches School Connectivity Report

Malawi has strengthened efforts to expand free secondary education.

Primary Schools in Malawi

Honourable Bright Msaka SC

Minister of Education Science & Technology

Welcome Remarks

Welcome to the Ministry of Education. We remain committed to expanding equitable access to quality learning, strengthening standards in our institutions, and building a resilient education system that serves every learner across Malawi. Together with educators, families, development partners, and communities, we continue to invest in an education system that drives national transformation.

Our Foundation

Guided by our mandate, driven by our mission, and anchored in our core values

Our Mandate

To promote education in Malawi irrespective of race, gender, ethnicity, religion or any other discriminatory characteristics

Our Mission

To provide quality education and training to the nation through the development of need-based curricula and application of science, technology and innovative techniques for sustainable socio-economic development

Core Values

Professionalism
Transparency & Accountability
Morality
Integrity
Networking
Discipline & Commitment

Academic Calendar

Plan ahead with our official academic calendar for the 2026/2027 school year

School Term Schedule

Academic Year 2026/2027

Term	Dates	Duration	Holiday Break
1 Term 1	15 Sep - 19 Dec 2025	14 Weeks	2 Weeks
2 Term 2	5 Jan - 27 Mar 2026	12 Weeks	3 Weeks
3 Term 3 Current	20 Apr - 24 Jul 2026	14 Weeks	7 Weeks

Official Announcements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful answers to common questions. Can't find what you're looking for? .

Free Secondary School Education (FSE) is a Government initiative that abolishes all fees in public secondary schools except boarding fees, ensuring that all eligible learners can access education regardless of their financial background. In 2018, the DPP-led government abolished tuition fees, the General-Purpose fund and text book revolving fund. In January 2026, government abolished School Development Fund (CDF) and examination-related fees charged by MANEB in all public schools.

The policy primarily covers:
• tuition fees.
• Examinations and ID fees that MANEB charges for national examinations
• School Development Fund
Parents and guardians are still expected to pay for boarding fees and open secondary school fees.

The policy was introduced to:
• Increase access to secondary education
• Reduce dropout rates
• Promote equal opportunities for all learners
• Invest in Malawi’s human capital development

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