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British High Commissioner
to Malawi
Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom (HM Government) (2022).svg
Incumbent
Fiona Ritchie
since 2022
Reports to UK Foreign Secretary
Inaugural holder David Cole
First High Commissioner to Malawi
Formation 1964

The High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Malawi is a very important person. They are the main representative for the United Kingdom in Malawi. Think of them as the UK's top diplomat in that country. Their job is to lead the UK's office in Malawi. This office helps keep good relations between the two countries.

Both the UK and Malawi are part of the Commonwealth of Nations. This is a group of countries that used to be connected to the British Empire. Because they are both Commonwealth members, they send "High Commissioners" to each other. Other countries usually send "ambassadors." It's just a different name for a similar important job.

What Does a High Commissioner Do?

A High Commissioner works to build strong ties between their home country and the country they are in. They help with things like trade, education, and culture. They also look after citizens from their home country who are living or visiting there. It's a bit like being a friendly bridge between two nations.

Who Has Been the High Commissioner?

Many people have held this important role over the years. They all worked to keep the friendship strong between the UK and Malawi. Here is a list of the people who have served as High Commissioner:

  • 1964–1967: David Cole
  • 1967–1971: Thomas Tull
  • 1971–1973: Robin Haydon
  • 1973–1977: Kenneth Ritchie
  • 1977–1979: Michael Scott
  • 1980–1983: William Peters
  • 1983–1987: Henry Brind
  • 1987–1990: Denis Osborne
  • 1990–1993: Nigel Wenban-Smith
  • 1993–1998: John Martin
  • 1998–2001: George Finlayson
  • 2001–2004: Norman Ling
  • 2004–2006: David Pearey
  • 2006–2009: Richard Wildash
  • 2009–2011: Fergus Cochrane-Dyet
  • 2011–2012:Kirk Hollingsworth (acting High Commissioner)
  • 2012–2016: Michael Nevin
  • 2016: Simon Mustard (temporary)
  • January 2017-2020: Holly Tett
  • 2020-2022: David Beer
  • 2022–present: Fiona Ritchie
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