Malawi Writers Union
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AbbreviationMAWU
Formation1995
FounderGroup of Malawian authors and poets
TypeNon-governmental organization
| Abbreviation | MAWU |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1995 |
| Founder | Group of Malawian authors and poets |
| Type | Non-governmental organization |
| Legal status | Active |
| Purpose | Promotion of creative writing and literature in Malawi |
| Headquarters | Blantyre, Malawi |
Region served | Malawi |
| Membership | Over 200 members (2025 estimate) |
Official language | English, Chichewa, Chitumbuka and other Malawian languages |
President | Alfred Msadala (as of 2025) |
Main organ | General Assembly |
Parent organization | Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Wildlife (affiliated) |
| Affiliations | Pan African Writers Association |
The Malawi Writers Union (MAWU) is a national association of writers in Malawi that was established in 1995 to promote creative writing, literacy, and the development of Malawian authors.[1] The Union provides a platform for the writers of different genres such as fiction, poetry, drama, and non-fiction to exchange ideas, publish their works, and advocate for policies that support the literary arts.[2][3]