Index
In the case of Malawi, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 16 index points, from 27 in 1995 to 43 in 2024.
Malawi
Compared globally, Malawi’s baseline safety index value falls within the lowest quartile of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Protection dimension has decreased over 2006-2010, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Malawi is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a drought in 2002 (affecting 24% of the population) and a tropical cyclone in 2023 (affecting 11% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Malawi against other countries in the region of Sub-Saharan Africa.