The High Court of Malawi has unlimited original jurisdiction to hear and determine any civil or criminal proceedings. It also hears appeals on matters from the Subordinate Courts. It is presided over by a single judge with the exception of constitutional cases. Its Divided into three division General Division, Commercial Division High Court Sitting on a Constitutional Matter.
High Court General Registries in Malawi
Commercial Division
Its a Division of the High Court of Malawi and it deals exclusively with disputes of commercial or business nature. It is presided over by a single judge.
High Court Sitting on a Constitutional Matter
This is where the High Court sits with not less than three judges in matters expressly and substantively relating to or concerning the interpretation or application of the provisions of the law