About Us
About DPA
The Malawi Data Protection Authority is an independent statutory body established under the Data Protection Act of 2024 to safeguard individuals’ personal data and privacy by regulating the processing of personal information. The Act grants data subjects greater autonomy and control over their personal data, ensuring that both public and private institutions handle user information responsibly.
The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) serves as the designated Data Protection Authority, playing a crucial role in enforcing proper data management practices in accordance with the Data Protection Act (DPA) of 2024.
Our Services
We Offer the Following Professional Services
Awareness Programs on Data Protection
Awareness Programs on Data Protection
Advise on policy
Advise on policy
Engage national and international stakeholders
Engage national and international stakeholders
Collect and publish personal data information including data breaches
Collect and publish personal data information including data breaches
Receive complaints
Receive complaints
Register and levy fees on Data Controllers/processors
Click here register
A complaint is a statement expressing dissatisfaction with the way personal data has been handled.
LODGING A COMPLAINT WITH DPA
Who can complain?
- The Data Subject in person
- A person acting on behalf of the Data Subject
- Any other person authorized by law to act on behalf of a data subject
- Anonymously
The Malawi Data Protection Authority is an independent statutory body established under the Data Protection Act, 2024 to protect the personal data and privacy of individuals by regulating the processing of personal information.
- +265 991 80 21 80
- info@dpa.mw
- 1st Floor |Green Heritage House|2 Khonje Close | City Centre | P.O Box 30214 | Lilongwe | 207213