Malawi has a population of about 14million people (2008 census). It mainly exports raw agricultural produce and semi processed commodities. It imports most of the manufactured products for either consumption or industrial use.
South Africa is the major supplier of the manufactured goods. Of course China is also making in-roads when it comes to household and construction materials.
Most of Malawi exports head to Europe and South Africa and some SADC and COMESA countries. It appears producers are either not aware of some existing lucrative markets for their produce or do not have enough confidence to breakthrough some new markets existing around. Of course some markets standards are very restrictive and such standards are indeed barriers to trade for most exporters in Africa.
Imports into Africa including Malawi, to the contrary, do not face much restrictions. However, importers or those who export into Africa including Malawi do not have much information on the demand existing herein. As such sometimes we are denied quality and affordable products because our choices are limited.
This blogger may provide tips to both importers and exporters on specific issues regarding local or international markets and important requirements so that you may not encounter penalties or fines in case of failure to meet expectations of destination authorities. We can also help you find international markets for you products.
Thank you!
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