MPS applauds WITA, AGA-Africa for law enforcement equipment
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has applauded the Wildlife Investigators Training Alliance (WITA) and Attorney General Alliance-Africa (AGA-Africa) for the timely donation of law enforcement equipment to the Service which will enhance the fight against transnational crimes.
The patron for Blue Eagles Football Club, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr George Kainja PPM, has made a cameo appearance at Nankhaka training ground on Saturday, May 7, 2022 to ignite the team's fortune.
"Your performance up to this stage in the elite TNM Super League has prompted me to touch base and boost your morale" explained Dr Kainja.
On February 11, 2022 wife to the Inspector General of Malawi Police Service, Mai Jacqueline Kainja visited Lunzu Police Unit and appreciated the cordial relationship among women welfare members at the police unit
During her speech, Mai IG encouraged the grouping to continue the spirit of working together to uplift further the services of the grouping.
She said "love must be the centre of all our deeds. Prayer among women is key".
Mai IG, took time to hear some views and requests from the women to deliver directly to the Inspector General.
Malawi Police Service on November 30 2021 commemorated its 100th Anniversary.
The event was presided over by His Excellency the State President Dr Lazarus Chakwera and it was held at the National Police Headquarters in Area 30, Lilongwe.
The President said there is a need to equip the police with adequate resources to ensure effective and efficient policing. He also said it is the responsibility of every Malawian to help the police rebuild its image.
This department is responsible for investigating serious cases. Officers in this department put on civilian clothes to mingle well with the public as they gather intelligence, track leads to suspects and arrest criminals. Sections within the CID include: Interpol, Homicide Unit, Drug Unit, Anti-Motor Vehicle Theft Unit, Dog Section, Fingerprint Section, Digital Forensic Unit, Crime Analysis Unit, Anti-Organized Crime Unit, Fiscal and Fraud Section, Wildlife and Environmental Investigation Crime Unit, Firearms and Ballistic Unit and Photography.
This branch is responsible for enforcement of road traffic rules and regulations (Road safety management). Its officers conduct road traffic checks to ensure compliance to these regulations. Errant road users are penalized with spot-fines while aggravated cases are taken to court for prosecution.
This is a specialized branch of the Malawi Police Service that is responsible for public order management, patrols, escorts, guard and VVIP security. PMS Officers put on camouflage uniform and are ordinarily deployed to quell riots and public disorders.
Malawi Police Service (MPS) wishes to assure citizens and residents that it has tightened security across the country during this year's Easter festive season.
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has launched the revised Public Order Management Policy and Operational Guidelines (3rd Edition) to ensure peace and safety during public gatherings and large-scale events, particularly ahead of the 2025 General Elections. The announcement was made during a meeting of senior police officers at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe on 14th April 2025.
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) is developing a Gender Policy to promote fairness, safety, and equal treatment for both men and women in the service expected to be launched before the upcoming 2025 general elections.
The move was announced during a consultation meeting held in Lilongwe at the National Police Headquarters, where police officers, partners, and gender experts came together to shape the final draft.