Gold Price in Malawi Today

Live gold spot prices in Malawian kwacha (MWK).

Gold spot price per troy ounce 7,061,233.33 MWK
≈ $4,063.07 USD +98,938.98 MWK (+1.42%) Updated Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 11:07 PM
24K Gram 227,023.92 MWK
22K Gram 207,953.91 MWK
21K Gram 198,645.93 MWK
18K Gram 170,267.94 MWK
1 Kilo (24K) 227,023,923.10 MWK

Daily Gold Market Report in Malawi (Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 11:07 PM)

Rising Today
24K Gram Change +3,180.96 MWK
Ounce Change +98,938.98 MWK (+1.42%)
7-Day Trend -1.42%
30-Day Trend -5.15%

Gold prices in Malawi traded higher today (Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 11:07 PM), with the live spot price per troy ounce climbing by +98,938.98 MWK (+1.42%) from the previous session’s close of 6,962,294.34 MWK to reach 7,061,233.33 MWK (equivalent to $4,063.07 USD internationally). In local retail weight terms, pure 24K gold per gram advanced by +3,180.96 MWK today to settle at 227,023.92 MWK ($130.63 USD), reflecting firm precious-metal demand and live Malawian kwacha (MWK) foreign exchange pricing.

Across local jewelry and bullion counters in Malawi today, 22K gold is priced at 207,953.91 MWK per gram, 21K gold stands at 198,645.93 MWK per gram, and 18K gold trades at 170,267.94 MWK per gram (excluding local jeweler workmanship fees), with 22K serving as the primary retail jewelry standard. For physical bullion and coin buyers, 1 Tola (11.66g) of 24K gold is valued at 2,647,962.50 MWK, an 8-gram Gold Pound (21K) is valued at 1,589,167.46 MWK, and a 1-kilogram 24K investment bar is valued at 227,023,923.10 MWK.

From a broader technical perspective, today’s ounce price of 7,061,233.33 MWK sits within a 30-day trading corridor between a monthly low of 6,931,052.62 MWK and a monthly high of 7,444,566.38 MWK, compared with a 52-week average of 7,717,501.91 MWK. Over recent horizons, gold in MWK has recorded a -1.42% change over the past 7 days, -5.15% over 30 days, and +1.66% over the past year, while the local exchange rate stands at 1 USD = 1,737.34 MWK and the live Gold-to-Silver Ratio tracks at 1 oz Gold ≈ 75.6 oz Silver.

Gold price per gram in Malawian kwacha

Purity Fineness / Hallmark Price per gram (MWK) Price per gram (USD)
24K Popular in Malawi 999 (100%) 227,023.92 MWK $130.63 USD
23K 965 (96.5%) 219,078.09 MWK $126.06 USD
22K Popular in Malawi 916 (91.6%) 207,953.91 MWK $119.66 USD
21K 875 (87.5%) 198,645.93 MWK $114.30 USD
18K Popular in Malawi 750 (75%) 170,267.94 MWK $97.97 USD
14K 585 (58.5%) 132,809.00 MWK $76.42 USD
12K 500 (50%) 113,511.96 MWK $65.32 USD
10K 417 (41.7%) 94,668.98 MWK $54.47 USD
9K 375 (37.5%) 85,133.97 MWK $48.99 USD
8K 333 (33.3%) 75,598.97 MWK $43.50 USD

These are indicative spot-equivalent prices. Local retail prices may include taxes, dealer premiums and jewelry making charges.

Gold Price by Weight Unit in Malawi (MWK)

Compare live gold prices in Malawian kwacha across standard international and regional weight measurements—including grams, troy ounces, tolas, and kilograms—for the most traded gold purities.

Weight Unit Metric Weight 24K (MWK) 22K (MWK) 21K (MWK) 18K (MWK) 24K (USD)
1 Gram 1.00 g 227,023.92 MWK 207,953.91 MWK 198,645.93 MWK 170,267.94 MWK $130.63 USD
1 Tola 11.66 g 2,647,962.50 MWK 2,425,533.65 MWK 2,316,967.18 MWK 1,985,971.87 MWK $1,523.65 USD
1 Troy Ounce 31.10 g 7,061,233.33 MWK 6,468,089.73 MWK 6,178,579.16 MWK 5,295,924.99 MWK $4,063.07 USD
100 Grams 100.00 g 22,702,392.31 MWK 20,795,391.36 MWK 19,864,593.27 MWK 17,026,794.23 MWK $13,063.07 USD
1 Kilogram (1,000 g) 1,000.00 g 227,023,923.10 MWK 207,953,913.56 MWK 198,645,932.71 MWK 170,267,942.32 MWK $130,630.73 USD

Gold Bars & Investment Bullion Prices in Malawi (MWK)

Live spot-equivalent valuations for 24K (.9999 fine) investment gold bars, ingots, and bullion weights in Malawian kwacha (MWK) and US Dollars.

Bar / Bullion Weight Purity / Fineness Bullion Price (MWK) Bullion Price (USD)
1 Gram 24K (999.9 Fine) 227,023.92 MWK $130.63 USD
5 Grams 24K (999.9 Fine) 1,135,119.62 MWK $653.15 USD
10 Grams 24K (999.9 Fine) 2,270,239.23 MWK $1,306.31 USD
20 Grams 24K (999.9 Fine) 4,540,478.46 MWK $2,612.61 USD
1 Ounce (31.1 Grams) 24K (999.9 Fine) 7,061,233.33 MWK $4,063.07 USD
50 Grams 24K (999.9 Fine) 11,351,196.15 MWK $6,531.54 USD
100 Grams 24K (999.9 Fine) 22,702,392.31 MWK $13,063.07 USD
10 Tolas (116.65 Grams) 24K (999.9 Fine) 26,482,340.63 MWK $15,238.08 USD
250 Grams (1/4 Kilo) 24K (999.9 Fine) 56,755,980.77 MWK $32,657.68 USD
500 Grams (1/2 Kilo) 24K (999.9 Fine) 113,511,961.55 MWK $65,315.37 USD
1000 Grams (1 Kilo) 24K (999.9 Fine) 227,023,923.10 MWK $130,630.73 USD

Investment gold bars and coins typically carry a small minting and dealer premium of 1% to 3% above the intrinsic spot value shown above.

Gold Coins, Sovereign & Gold Pound Prices in Malawi (MWK)

Live intrinsic gold valuations for popular regional and international gold coins—including the 8g Gold Pound (21K), British Sovereign (22K), and fractional 24K bullion coins—in Malawian kwacha (MWK) and US Dollars.

Coin / Sovereign Type Gross Weight & Purity Pure Gold (24K) Coin Value (MWK) Coin Value (USD)
Gold Pound (8g • 21K) 8.00 g • 21K 7.00 g 1,589,167.46 MWK $914.42 USD
British Gold Sovereign (7.99g • 22K) 7.99 g • 22K 7.32 g 1,662,355.24 MWK $956.53 USD
Half Gold Pound (4g • 21K) 4.00 g • 21K 3.50 g 794,583.73 MWK $457.21 USD
Quarter Gold Pound (2g • 21K) 2.00 g • 21K 1.75 g 397,291.87 MWK $228.60 USD
1 oz Bullion Coin (Krugerrand / Eagle / Maple) 31.10 g • 24K 31.10 g 7,061,233.33 MWK $4,063.07 USD
1/2 oz Bullion Coin 15.55 g • 24K 15.55 g 3,530,616.66 MWK $2,031.53 USD
1/4 oz Bullion Coin 7.78 g • 24K 7.78 g 1,765,308.33 MWK $1,015.77 USD
1/10 oz Bullion Coin 3.11 g • 24K 3.11 g 706,123.33 MWK $406.31 USD

Gold coins typically carry a minting and dealer premium of 1.5% to 4% above their raw gold melt value.

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Historical Gold Price Chart in Malawi (MWK)

Track historical spot gold price movements in Malawian kwacha (MWK) per troy ounce across 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, 1-year, and multi-year timeframes.

Daily Market Indicators & Historical Range in Malawi

Intraday trading benchmarks, bid/ask spread, and 52-week high/low performance for gold (XAU/MWK) per troy ounce.

Today’s Intraday Spot Indicators (MWK / oz)

Bid Price (Spot) 7,060,880.26 MWK
Ask Price (Spot) 7,061,586.39 MWK
Day’s High 7,065,612.85 MWK
Day’s Low 6,931,898.37 MWK
Today’s Open 6,962,294.34 MWK
Previous Close 7,055,950.09 MWK
24h Change +98,938.98 MWK
24h Change (%) +1.42%

Historical Highs, Lows & Averages (MWK / oz)

1-Month High 7,444,566.38 MWK
1-Month Low 6,931,052.62 MWK
6-Month High 8,216,981.13 MWK
6-Month Low 6,880,471.27 MWK
1-Year High (52W) 9,271,251.33 MWK
1-Year Low (52W) 6,854,683.12 MWK
1-Year Average 7,717,501.91 MWK

Gold Price Performance & Historical Returns in Malawi (MWK)

Time Horizon Reference Date Historical Spot (MWK/oz) Net Change (MWK) Percentage Change
1 Day 2026-10-27 7,061,233.33 MWK +98,938.98 MWK +1.42%
1 Week 2026-10-20 7,163,095.95 MWK -101,862.63 MWK -1.42%
30 Days 2026-09-27 7,444,566.38 MWK -383,333.06 MWK -5.15%
6 Months 2026-04-27 8,110,161.73 MWK -1,048,928.41 MWK -12.93%
1 Year 2025-10-27 6,946,000.00 MWK +115,233.33 MWK +1.66%
5 Years 2021-10-27 1,464,770.65 MWK +5,596,462.68 MWK +382.07%
10 Years 2016-10-27 924,738.56 MWK +6,136,494.77 MWK +663.59%

Last 14 Days Daily Gold Price History in Malawi (MWK)

Day-by-day closing spot gold prices in Malawian kwacha (MWK) per gram (24K, 22K, 21K, 18K) and per troy ounce over the past two weeks.

Date 24K Gram (MWK) 22K Gram (MWK) 21K Gram (MWK) 18K Gram (MWK) Ounce (MWK) Daily Change
2026-10-27 226,905.47 MWK 207,845.41 MWK 198,542.28 MWK 170,179.10 MWK 7,057,548.96 MWK +1.34%
2026-10-26 223,909.63 MWK 205,101.22 MWK 195,920.92 MWK 167,932.22 MWK 6,964,367.83 MWK +0.48%
2026-10-25 222,838.52 MWK 204,120.08 MWK 194,983.70 MWK 167,128.89 MWK 6,931,052.62 MWK +0.00%
2026-10-24 222,838.52 MWK 204,120.08 MWK 194,983.70 MWK 167,128.89 MWK 6,931,052.62 MWK -0.08%
2026-10-23 223,018.94 MWK 204,285.35 MWK 195,141.57 MWK 167,264.20 MWK 6,936,664.40 MWK -1.27%
2026-10-22 225,894.04 MWK 206,918.94 MWK 197,657.29 MWK 169,420.53 MWK 7,026,090.07 MWK -1.99%
2026-10-21 230,468.99 MWK 211,109.59 MWK 201,660.36 MWK 172,851.74 MWK 7,168,386.81 MWK +0.07%
2026-10-20 230,298.88 MWK 210,953.78 MWK 201,511.52 MWK 172,724.16 MWK 7,163,095.95 MWK -0.36%
2026-10-19 231,140.81 MWK 211,724.98 MWK 202,248.20 MWK 173,355.60 MWK 7,189,282.67 MWK -0.64%
2026-10-18 232,637.56 MWK 213,096.01 MWK 203,557.87 MWK 174,478.17 MWK 7,235,836.96 MWK +0.00%
2026-10-17 232,637.56 MWK 213,096.01 MWK 203,557.87 MWK 174,478.17 MWK 7,235,836.96 MWK +0.15%
2026-10-16 232,288.49 MWK 212,776.26 MWK 203,252.43 MWK 174,216.37 MWK 7,224,979.80 MWK +0.48%
2026-10-15 231,182.22 MWK 211,762.91 MWK 202,284.44 MWK 173,386.66 MWK 7,190,570.79 MWK +1.13%
2026-10-14 228,598.37 MWK 209,396.11 MWK 200,023.57 MWK 171,448.78 MWK 7,110,204.08 MWK -1.16%

Local Currency (MWK) vs. US Dollar Impact on Gold in Malawi

Local gold prices in Malawi are determined by two live markets: international spot gold (XAU/USD) and the Malawian kwacha (MWK) exchange rate. Even when global gold is flat, a weaker MWK raises local gold prices.

Exchange Rate & Gold Sensitivity (MWK)

1 US Dollar (USD/MWK) 1 USD = 1,737.34 MWK
1 Euro (EUR/MWK) 1 EUR = 1,931.25 MWK
Global Spot Gold (XAU/USD) $4,063.07 USD
Local Spot Gold (XAU/MWK) 7,061,233.33 MWK
±1%% Currency Move (24K Gram) ±2,270.24 MWK
±1%% Currency Move (1 Ounce) ±70,612.33 MWK

Currency & Monetary Profile (Malawi)

Official Currency Malawian kwacha (MWK)
Symbol & Subunit MK • tambala
Central Bank / Authority Reserve Bank of Malawi
Capital & Region Blantyre • Africa

Local Gold Market Guide & Jewelry Making Charges in Malawi

When buying gold jewelry or bullion in Malawi, the retail price you pay at local goldsmiths and dealers combines the live international spot value in Malawian kwacha (MWK) with workmanship fees (making charges) and applicable local taxes.

Most Popular Gold Karats in Malawi

24K .999 • 100%
227,023.92 MWK / g

Karat 24 is also called (.999) and is 999/1000 pure. Practically, it is never used in making jewelleries in America and Europe but sometimes used in Asia.

22K .916 • 91.6%
207,953.91 MWK / g

Karat 22 is also called (.916) and is 916/1000 pure. Practically, it is rarely used in making jewelleries in America and Europe but is commonly used in Asia.

18K .750 • 75%
170,267.94 MWK / g

Karat 18 is also called (.750) and is 750/1000 pure. Practically, it is sometimes used in making jewelleries in America and Asia, and it is the most common in Europe.

Estimated Jewelry Making Charges (Workmanship) in Malawi (MWK)

Country-Specific Goldsmith Workmanship Benchmark in Malawi • Typical Workmanship Fee / Gram 1,000.00 – 4,000.00 MWK
Est. 22K Retail Price with Workmanship / Gram 208,953.91 – 211,953.91 MWK
Category / Item Type Typical Markup Est. Making Charge / g (MWK) Est. Retail Price / g (22K MWK)
Investment Gold Bars & Coins (24K) 1% – 3% 2,270.24 – 6,810.72 MWK 229,294.16 – 233,834.64 MWK (24K)
Standard / Machine-Made Jewelry 6% – 12% 12,477.23 – 24,954.47 MWK 220,431.15 – 232,908.38 MWK (22K)
Handcrafted / Bridal & Designer Jewelry 12% – 22% 24,954.47 – 45,749.86 MWK 232,908.38 – 253,703.77 MWK (22K)
Retail Jewelry Pricing Formula: Final Retail Price = (Spot Gold Price per Gram × Weight in Grams) + Making Charges (Workmanship) + Local VAT / Taxes

Silver Price Today & Gold-to-Silver Ratio in Malawi (MWK)

Compare live silver spot prices per gram, troy ounce, and kilogram in Malawian kwacha (MWK) alongside the real-time Gold-to-Silver Ratio.

Silver Spot Ounce 93,400.97 MWK
999 Pure Silver Gram 3,002.91 MWK
925 Sterling Gram 2,777.69 MWK
1 Kilo Silver (999) 3,002,911.06 MWK
Gold-to-Silver Ratio 1 oz Gold ≈ 75.6 oz Silver
Silver Grade / Fineness Fineness / Hallmark 1 Gram (MWK) 1 Troy Ounce (MWK) 1 Kilogram (MWK) 1 Gram (USD)
999 99.9% 2,999.91 MWK 93,307.57 MWK 2,999,908.15 MWK $1.73 USD
958 95.8% 2,876.79 MWK 89,478.13 MWK 2,876,788.79 MWK $1.66 USD
925 92.5% 2,777.69 MWK 86,395.90 MWK 2,777,692.73 MWK $1.60 USD
900 90% 2,702.62 MWK 84,060.88 MWK 2,702,619.95 MWK $1.56 USD
800 80% 2,402.33 MWK 74,720.78 MWK 2,402,328.85 MWK $1.38 USD

Silver Price Today & Gold-to-Silver Ratio in Malawi (MWK) →

Regional Gold Price Comparison (Africa)

Compare today’s live 24K and 21K gold gram prices and troy ounce rates across countries in Africa in their respective local currencies.

Country Currency 24K Gram 21K Gram 1 Troy Ounce
Angola Angolan kwanza (AOA) 119,493.73 AOA 104,557.01 AOA 3,716,670.41 AOA
Benin West African CFA Franc (XOF) 76,756.79 XOF 67,162.19 XOF 2,387,403.12 XOF
Botswana Botswana Pula (BWP) 1,804.03 BWP 1,578.52 BWP 56,111.54 BWP
Burkina Faso West African CFA Franc (XOF) 76,756.79 XOF 67,162.19 XOF 2,387,403.12 XOF
Burundi Burundi Franc (BIF) 391,229.70 BIF 342,325.99 BIF 12,168,604.01 BIF
Cameroon Central African CFA Franc (XAF) 76,757.14 XAF 67,162.50 XAF 2,387,414.06 XAF
Cape Verde Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) 12,902.60 CVE 11,289.77 CVE 401,315.71 CVE
Central African Republic Central African CFA Franc (XAF) 76,757.14 XAF 67,162.50 XAF 2,387,414.06 XAF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gold price per gram in Malawi today?
Today in Malawi, 24K pure gold costs 227,023.92 MWK ($130.63 USD) per gram, 22K gold costs 207,953.91 MWK per gram, 21K gold costs 198,645.93 MWK per gram, and 18K gold costs 170,267.94 MWK per gram based on live international spot rates.
How much does 1 troy ounce and 1 kilogram of gold cost in Malawi?
At current market rates in Malawi, 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) of 24K fine gold is valued at 7,061,233.33 MWK ($4,063.07 USD), 1 tola (11.6638 grams) is 2,647,962.50 MWK, and 1 kilogram (1,000 grams) of 24K gold is valued at 227,023,923.10 MWK.
Which gold karats are most commonly used in Malawi?
The most widely traded gold purities in Malawi are 24K, 22K, 18K. 24K (.999 fineness) is the standard for investment bars and bullion coins, while 22K is widely preferred for everyday and fine jewelry due to its balance of gold purity and structural durability.
Why do retail gold jewelry prices in Malawi differ from the spot gold price?
The prices shown in spot tables reflect raw international bullion rates in Malawian kwacha (MWK). Retail jewelry shops in Malawi add a workmanship fee (making charge)—typically ranging from 6% to 20% of the gold value depending on design intricacy—along with dealer margins and any applicable national VAT or import duties.
How often are Malawi gold prices updated on this page?
Gold prices for Malawi in Malawian kwacha (MWK) are updated continuously throughout the global trading week using live XAU/USD spot feeds and real-time MWK foreign exchange rates.