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UK Gov's New Approach to Africa - Fears for further aid cuts to Malawi
The SMP is gravely concerned about reports anticipating further swingeing UK aid cuts to Malawi and the impact of the UK Government’s new Africa Strategy on some of the world’s most vulnerable people
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Alan James Laverock: a tribute
It was with much sadness that we learned of the death yesterday of our friend and former colleague, Alan Laverock (70).
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First Minister Commits to ongoing Scot Gov Funding of Global South Partners
The SMP welcomes First Minister John Swinney’s commitment made in The Scottish Parliament to ongoing Scottish Government funding for some of the world’s most vulnerable people.
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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
Malawi-Scotland Governance Webinar Series
‘New Directions for Governance in Malawi’
Our events
Join one of our upcoming forums on education, agriculture and more.
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Latest news
UK Gov’s New Approach to Africa – Fears for further aid cuts to Malawi
19 Dec 2025 • The SMP is gravely concerned about reports anticipating further swingeing UK aid cuts to Malawi and the impact of the UK Government’s new Africa Strategy on some of the world’s most vulnerable people.
Alan James Laverock: a tribute
14 Nov 2025 • It was with much sadness that we learned of the death yesterday of our friend and former colleague, Alan Laverock (70). Alan passed away peacefully in Dundee Ninewells hospital, following a cardiac arrest on Sunday.
First Minister Commits to ongoing Scot Gov Funding of Global South Partners
31 Oct 2025 • The SMP welcomes First Minister John Swinney’s commitment made in The Scottish Parliament to ongoing Scottish Government funding for some of the world’s most vulnerable people.
Scot Gov Announce Funding to Empower Women & Girls in Malawi & Zambia
31 Oct 2025 • The first grants to be awarded from the £3million Scottish Government Women and Girls Fund will support women and girl-led organisations in Malawi and Zambia.
Events
Upcoming events
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Photographic Exhibition
28 Feb 2026 More details -
Photographic Exhibition
14 Mar 2026 More details
Past events
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The Scotland Malawi Partnership 20th Anniversary Lecture
30 Nov 2025 More details -
Renewables Forum
27 Nov 2025 More details -
Further and Higher Education Forum
20 Nov 2025 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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