Present a platform for discussion and dialogue to all scientists from Malawi and elsewhere on issues of common interest;

Elect into the membership of the Academy scientists who have made outstanding contributions in respective field(s) that meet the highest accepted standards;

Represent and promote the interests of science in Malawi through national, regional and international organisations and decision-making bodies;

Conduct studies and publish reports and statements on themes and topics that relate to science or to scientific aspects of social and economic issues in Malawi;

Raise funds through devises, bequests, subscriptions, grants and from any other legitimate source for the promotion of science and the general welfare of the Academy;

Award competitive research grants to scientists who are citizens of, and to research organisations established in, Malawi, either from its own financial resources or from financial resources made available to it;

Award medals, prizes and other honours to scientists from Malawi or elsewhere who have made outstanding contributions to their respective field(s) or to the objectives of the Academy;

Organise forums for dissemination of scientific research in Malawi, like publishing journals, other periodicals and books, both for the community and/or through conferences, workshops and symposia on themes and topics that fall within the objectives of the Academy;