Strengthening Transparency and Governance in Malawi’s Extractive Industry and Public Debt Management
ID: 360127Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Malawi (DOS-MWI)

Award Range

$782K - $782K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Business and Commerce

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360127

Additional Information

Application forms required above are available at U.S Embassy Lilongwe website: https://mw.usembassy.gov/fiscal- transparency-innovation-fund; Grants.gov announcement number DOS-AF-MWI-FY24-01,and MyGrants opportunity number OFOP0002208.
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Malawi is offering a grant opportunity titled "Strengthening Transparency and Governance in Malawi’s Extractive Industry and Public Debt Management," with a funding ceiling of up to $781,854. This initiative aims to enhance fiscal transparency in Malawi's extractive sector by improving public access to information regarding mining contracts and public debt management, thereby promoting good governance and reducing corruption. The program is particularly significant as it addresses the anticipated growth in Malawi's extractive industry, emphasizing the need for robust oversight and public engagement to ensure effective utilization of mining revenues. Interested applicants, including nonprofits, educational institutions, and governmental entities, must submit their proposals by August 25, 2025, and are required to have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe at LilongweFTIF@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    LilongweFTIF@state.gov
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    2025-07-25.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the "Strengthening Transparency and Governance in Malawi’s Extractive Industry and Public Debt Management" project, with an application deadline of August 25, 2025. This program aims to promote fiscal transparency in Malawi’s extractive sector and enhance public access to information regarding mining contracts and public debt management. It offers a grant of up to $781,854 over a two-year period, conditional on fund availability, to improve governance and reduce corruption in the sector. Key objectives include strengthening transparency in mining contract processes, improving public access to debt data, enhancing literacy regarding mining and public debt, and ensuring fair revenue distribution. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities, requiring a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) for submission. The program recognizes the anticipated growth in Malawi's extractive industry and its economic implications, emphasizing the importance of robust oversight and public engagement to ensure effective utilization of mining revenues. The application review process will assess factors such as program feasibility, organizational capacity, and sustainability. Overall, this initiative targets enhanced governance and accountability, aiming to foster a stable business environment in Malawi’s mining sector.
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