This Convention defines the status and rights of stateless persons and the obligations of states. Malawi acceded in 2009.
The 1954 Convention Relating to the Status of Stateless Persons establishes the legal status and rights of stateless persons, including access to education, employment, and housing. Malawi became a party to the Convention in 2009, strengthening protections for stateless individuals within its borders.
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The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights is a regional human rights instrument that promotes and protects human rights and basic freedoms in Africa. Malawi acceded in 1990.
The African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child is a regional treaty that sets out rights and protections for children in Africa. Malawi acceded in 1999.
The Kampala Convention is the first legally binding regional instrument for the protection and assistance of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Africa. Malawi acceded in 2013.