Oct
25
2025

2025 Annual Gathering & AGM

UK time 11:00 – 16:30 Malawi time 12:00 – 13:00
Location University of Strathclyde (Learning & Teaching Building - Level 3) & Zoom

This day, SMP members and guests reflected on two decades of grassroots collaboration. From education and health to climate action and cultural exchange, they also explored how personal relationships have driven meaningful change far beyond formal agreements.

Attendees had the chance to share stories of unexpected outcomes, enduring friendships, and community-led initiatives that have shaped lives and landscapes.

As we celebrated the past, we also acknowledged enduring challenges and look ahead — asking what the next 20 years of partnership could look like, and how we can deepen impact through trust, creativity, and shared values.

The Annual Gathering will featured:

  • Insightful speakers with learning & experience.
  • Inspirational stories of impact & hope
  • A Members' Marketplace
  • Networking opportunities with fellow members and organisations
  • Snacks and drinks

This year’s SMP AGM was held during the Annual Gathering.

SMP AGM 2025 Instagram Post 45
2025 Annual Gathering Video highlights
20 Years of Scotland-Malawi Friendship, Impact, and Learning
A story of Impact
John Swinney MSP, Scotland’s First Minister
Lord Jack McConnell
Linda Dembo, Acting Ceo, Malawi Scotland Partnership
Dr Peter West, Malawi’s Honorary Consul in Scotland

AGM

SMP AGM 2025

The Annual Gathering will included the 2025 AGM.

SMP members can joined both in person and online.

Please see links to relevant documents below:

Market Place

Resources