Welcome to the Scotland Malawi Partnership
Our latest updates
New Funding Opportunity – Global Solidarity Fund Launched
The SG’s new Global Solidarity Fund has been launched, with applications now open for small Scottish-based organisations, community groups and diaspora-led initiatives involved in international development and global citizenship work.
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Scottish Parliament Elected
The SMP is committed to working across Scottish Parliament and welcomes Simita Kumar MSP as Minister for Equalities and International Development.
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Jack McConnell to advise UK Gov on Soft Power
The UK Government announced on Monday that Lord McConnell is to provide advice personally to the Secretary of State on how to harness soft power assets and support the UK's major events sector.
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School Partnerships
Read our all new School Partnerships Practical Guide
Supporting schools
We support Scottish schools with their partnerships.
Partnership Principles
Explore the 11 Principles we hold ourselves and members accountable to
Our events
Join one of our upcoming forums on education, agriculture and more.
Become a Member
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Our members
Latest news
New Funding Opportunity – Global Solidarity Fund Launched
05 Jun 2026 • The SG’s new Global Solidarity Fund has been launched, with applications now open for small Scottish-based organisations, community groups and diaspora-led initiatives involved in international development and global citizenship work.
Jack McConnell to advise UK Gov on Soft Power
22 May 2026 • The UK Government announced on Monday that Lord McConnell is to provide advice personally to the Secretary of State on how to harness soft power assets and support the UK’s major events sector.
Scottish Parliament Elected
22 May 2026 • SMP committed to working across Scottish Parliament and welcomes Simita Kumar as Minister for Equalities and International Development.
A tribute to Dr Jim Aitken
23 Apr 2026 • We are deeply saddened to share the news that Dr Jim Aitken passed away in Lilongwe on Sunday, 19 April 2026, one day short of his 89th birthday.
Events
Today
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Walk with SMP at the Aberdeen Kiltwalk
7 Jun 2026 More details
Upcoming events
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Meet Malawian High Court Judges
18 Jun 2026 More details
Past events
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Women & Girls' Education In Malawi
28 May 2026 More details -
Advancing Equality, Justice & Education in Malawi
28 Apr 2026 More details -
Photographic Exhibition - Inverurie
14 Mar 2026 More details
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We exist to inspire the people and organisations of Scotland to be involved with Malawi in an informed, coordinated and effective way for the benefit of both nations.
With 1300+ members we are arguably the largest cross-community international development network in the UK.
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