Employers' Consultative Association of Malawi

Employers' Consultative Association of Malawi ECAM is the most representative employers' body in Malawi. Our primary role is to protect the interes ECAM retains and increases its membership (internal goal).

A unique advantage that ECAM has over other organizations that deal with employers in Malawi is that it is the only institution recognised by the labour laws as a representative of employers. ECAM thus forms part of the tripartite in the labour market in Malawi which also comprises the Government as represented by the Ministry of Labour, and the Malawi Congress of Trade Unions (MCTU), representing

unions. As part of the tripartite, ECAM represents employers in among other things the process of revising minimum wages. Further to that, ECAM is also part of the Industrial Relations Court (IRC). The IRC arbitrates over labour disputes between employers and employees. The IRC’s decision has the same force and effect as any other decision of a competent court (s.75).From time to time, ECAM collects and collates information on economic and employment matters and issues position papers and public statements of direct interest to employers through mass media and appropriate fora. ECAM is also extensively engaged in management development programmes. The vision of ECAM is to be the most respected and proactive voice of employers on employment, labour legislation and industrial relations issues in Malawi. Its mission is to: Provide efficient, relevant, professional and quality services for enterprise development and competitiveness; build stronger and effective partnerships towards fostering an enabling environment for sustainable enterprises; effectively influence socio-economic policies affecting business. In order to achieve its vision, ECAM has the following strategic goals:
National policies and legislation are suitable for employers (external goal). Employers are empowered with appropriate guidance and tools for bi-partite cooperation with trade unions/employees (external goal). Employers operate in accordance with international good costumer standards and management practices (external goal). ECAM is a well-managed organization and a competent secretariat (internal goal). ECAM is a member of the International Organization of Employers (IOE) based in Geneva, a member of the SADC Private Sector Forum (SPSF) and is affiliated to the International Labour Organization (ILO) of which Malawi is a member.ECAM has collaborated with the International Labour Organisation on various projects in order to address pressing issues such as child labour, decent work as well as the global financial crisis. ECAM successfully represents employers’ interests, among others, in the following national tripartite and bipartite bodies:

The Tripartite Labour Advisory Council
The Industrial Relations Court
Social Dialogue Forum
Teveta Board
National Insurance Trustee Board
National Export Strategy
Workers Compensation Tribunal and Board
National Pension Insurance Trustee Board
Public Private Dialogue forum

12/08/2026

11/08/2026
10/08/2026
Meaningful conversations create lasting impact.Yesterday, ECAM, led by its President, held productive discussions with t...
03/08/2026

Meaningful conversations create lasting impact.

Yesterday, ECAM, led by its President, held productive discussions with the ILO Director-General on strengthening social dialogue as a catalyst for inclusive growth and decent work in Malawi.

The discussions focused on key priorities, including youth employment, social protection, labour law reform, the informal economy, and harnessing artificial intelligence to shape the future of work.

A key highlight was the ECAM–MCTU Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which the ILO Director-General commended as an encouraging example of effective collaboration between employers and workers. He praised the partnership as a model for advancing shared priorities through constructive social dialogue.

As Malawi's world of work continues to evolve, strong partnerships and open dialogue remain essential to building a more inclusive, productive, and sustainable future.

At ECAM, we remain committed to working with all social partners to advance decent work, strengthen enterprises, and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

Malawi

02/08/2026
JOIN US FOR A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP ON LABOUR LAWS, EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS & DISCIPLINARY PROCESSES📍 LILONGWE Date: Wednesda...
28/07/2026

JOIN US FOR A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP ON LABOUR LAWS, EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS & DISCIPLINARY PROCESSES

📍 LILONGWE

Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026
Time: 08:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Venue: Bridgeview Hotel, Lilongwe

📍 BLANTYRE

Date: Friday 7 August 2026
Time: 08:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Venue: Heritage Hotel, Blantyre

Who Should Attend?
The workshop is ideal for Human Resource Personnel, SME Owners and Entrepreneurs, Supervisors, Office Administrators, Managers and Finance and Accounts personnel.

Facilitator
Mr. George Khaki
ECAM Executive Director

Contribution Fee
MK130,000 per person
The fee covers: Health snacks, Lunch, presentations and a certificate of Attendance

Register Today
Through this link: https://forms.gle/uEoJCEEPggU3jyeS7
Call/WhatsApp: +265 883 589 391
Email: [email protected]

27/07/2026

Human Resource Personnel, SME Owners and Entrepreneurs, Supervisors, Office Administrators, Managers and Finance and Accounts personnel.

JOIN US FOR A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP ON LABOUR LAWS, EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS & DISCIPLINARY PROCESSES

Register Today
Through this link: https://forms.gle/uEoJCEEPggU3jyeS7
Call/WhatsApp: +265 883 589 391 Olivia
Email: [email protected]

Address

Hillcrest Road
Blantyre

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:30
Thursday 07:30 - 16:30
Friday 07:30 - 16:30

Telephone

265995189391

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