The Consulate General
News & Notices
This is where the Consulate General publishes its announcements: consular notices, changes to opening hours, closures on public holidays, and news of events for the Malawian community and for partners in Mauritius.
The Consulate General is being established. Its first notices will appear here as soon as they are issued.
Announcements
Please check this page before you plan a visit to the Consulate General. Notices published here will include changes to office hours, closures on Malawian and Mauritian public holidays, and updates to consular fees and procedures.
The page will also carry information for the Malawian community in Mauritius — community meetings, national day celebrations and consular outreach — and invitations to trade, investment and tourism events.
Tenders and vacancies at the Consulate General will be announced here when they arise.
For changes to Malawi's visa and entry rules, please also see the Visa & Immigration page of this website.
National Days and Observances
Fixed dates in the calendars of Malawi and Mauritius. When a Malawian public holiday falls on a weekend, it is normally observed on the following Monday. Holidays with changing dates are announced on this page each year.
15 January
John Chilembwe Day
Malawi remembers the Reverend John Chilembwe, who led the 1915 uprising against colonial rule.
3 March
Martyrs' Day
Malawi honours those who gave their lives in the struggle for independence.
12 March
National Day of Mauritius
Mauritius marks its independence in 1968 and the proclamation of the Republic in 1992.
14 May
Kamuzu Day
Malawi commemorates Dr Hastings Kamuzu Banda, the country's first President.
25 May
Africa Day
The anniversary of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963, the forerunner of the African Union.
6 July
Independence Day of Malawi
Malawi became independent on 6 July 1964 and a republic on the same date in 1966. The day is also known as Republic Day.
15 October
Mother's Day
A public holiday in Malawi in honour of mothers.
Questions About a Notice?
For media enquiries, or for more information about an announcement or event, please contact the Consulate General.