The Malawi Defence Force

The Malawi Defence Force The Malawi Defence Force (MDF) is Malawi’s sole military, comprising the Malawi Army, Malawi Air Force, Malawi Navy, and Malawi National Service.
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Established under Section 159 of the Constitution and the Defence Force Act of 2024, the MDF operates under the President as Commander-in-Chief, with powers exercised on the Defence Council’s recommendation. The Chief of Defence Forces, based at Joint Headquarters, is the highest-ranking officer and principal military advisor to the President.

09/10/2026

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Malawi Defence Force Joint Headquarters, Private Bag 43
Lilongwe

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