Professional Services
Currency
Malawi kwacha, abbreviated as MK, is the local currency. For major purchases, US dollars, Pounds, and Euros are also accepted. Currency exchange can be at the bank, forex bureaus, and the black market and are at different rates. Auto Teller Machines are in every city and are quickly spreading in rural areas. Buying is mostly done by cash and a Visa or Master credit card can be used in other shops and hotels.
Communication
The calling code for Malawi is +265, followed by the number. The most common cellphone service providers are Airtel and TNM. All these cell phone networks operate on GSM, and visitors are advised to purchase a local SIM card upon arrival. These SIM cards need to be registered.
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Internet
Across the country, most accommodation and restaurants catering to foreigners offer wi-fi, generally operated by Skyband (www.skyband.mw). The advantage of this system is that you can buy a voucher (typically MK2000 for 500MB) and use it at multiple locations. The disadvantage is that Skyband hot spots can be hit and miss, so many residents prefer to access the internet on their phone using an Airtel SIM or TNM SIM cards. SIM cards are not as good for surfing the web. Mobile-phone data typically costs MK5000 for 1GB, valid for 30 days.
Wi-fi is rarely free in budget accommodation but may be in midrange and top-end places. You’ll find internet cafes in Lilongwe, Blantyre and most towns.
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Airtel
Airtel Malawi is a leading mobile telecommunications company connecting millions of Malawians to the world through unrivalled data and voice solutions, as well as high speed fixed broadband internet services. -
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National Bank
Standard Bank ATM Locator | Standard Bank Malawi ) and National Bank (ATM Locations (natbank.co.mw) are the best for withdraw cash, and their ATMs accept Visa, MasterCard, Cirrus and Maestro cards. -
Sabaoth Recovery Services
Sabaoth Recovery Services is a local organisation that was established in 2019 in Lilongwe. Sabaoth Recovery Services is a 24/7x365 days per year breakdown and recovery service. -
Standard Bank
Standard Bank ATM Locator | Standard Bank Malawi ) and National Ban (ATM Locations (natbank.co.mw) are the best for withdraw cash, and their ATMs accept Visa, MasterCard, Cirrus and Maestro cards. -
TNM
TNM is a strong brand in Malawi. This strength comes from being the first mobile operator and more especially that it is a Malawian company, with innovative products and services. -
Translation,Interpretation and Video Conferencing Services
Polyglotte Language Consulting is a fully registered language consultancy entity under the company registration act of Malawi and is fully compliant with the Government of Malawi regulatory agencies.
