Service Commanders are appointed in accordance with the Republican Constitution and Defence Force Act. They command, control and administer the service for which they are responsible.
Air Force Commander
Major General HARRISON KANDULA, psc, ndc
Major General HARRISON KANDULA, psc, ndc
Responsible for the command, administration, and operational readiness of the Malawi Air Force, a branch of the Malawi Defence(MDF)
Navy Commander
BRIGADIER GENERAL HALTON L PHIRI, psc
BRIGADIER GENERAL HALTON L PHIRI, psc
Responsible for commanding, controlling, and administering all maritime and amphibious operations, serving under the broader Malawi Defence Force. The Navy Commander directs forces tasked with patrolling territorial waters, particularly the entirety of Lake Malawi.
Malawi National Service Commander
MAJOR GENERAL ELVIS MWASE,MSM,psc
MAJOR GENERAL ELVIS MWASE,MSM,psc
The Commander ensures operational readiness, oversees training programs, and directs the Agricultural production units aimed at achieving self-sustainability and easing budgetary presures.
Land Forces Commander
MAJOR GENERAL LDG PHIRI,MSM,psc
MAJOR GENERAL LDG PHIRI,MSM,psc
Oversees all ground troops, infantry brigades, and
battalions. Their primary duty is to conduct and coordinate land-based military
operations to defend Malawi's territorial integrity, enforce constitutional
order, and support civil authorities.