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Umodzi Park Hotel Conventions Events

Description

A PREMIER AFRICAN CONVENTION DESTINATION
Located in the heart of Malawi’s capital city, the Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) at Umodzi Park stands as one of Africa’s most prestigious large-scale conferencing and events destinations. Designed to host high-level international summits, exhibitions and corporate gatherings, the Centre combines scale, sophistication and seamless service within a secure and integrated environment. As part of the Umodzi Park complex, the Convention Centre offers a fully immersive MICE experience — where conferencing, accommodation, dining and leisure are brought together in one cohesive destination, tailored to meet the needs of global event organisers and delegates alike.

A STRATEGIC LOCATION IN AFRICA’S CAPITAL LANDSCAPE
Situated in Lilongwe, Malawi’s administrative and diplomatic capital, the Convention Centre is ideally positioned for regional and international events. Located within Umodzi Park on Chilembwe Road, the venue offers accessibility, security and proximity to key government institutions, embassies and business hubs. This strategic positioning makes it a preferred destination for high-level conferences, policy summits and international gatherings across the African continent.

Catering

Culinary excellence is a key part of the Umodzi Park experience. The venue offers onsite catering services supported by a selection of dining outlets, including:

  • Wild Orchid Restaurant – a refined dining experience
  • Afroma – an open-air venue ideal for social events and sundowners
  • Bush Bar – a relaxed and accessible dining option

    From large-scale banquets to customised event catering, the culinary team ensures every event is supported by quality, variety and flexibility.

Accommodation

Umodzi Park offers integrated accommodation designed to meet the needs of both business and VIP travellers. The President Hotel, located within the complex, offers 130 luxurious rooms, complemented by the exclusive Presidential Village, which features 14 world-class villas designed for privacy, security and high- level comfort. This combination ensures that delegates, speakers and VIP guests can enjoy a seamless experience, with accommodation located within close proximity to the Convention Centre.

TEAM BUILDING & EXPERIENCES

The Convention Centre supports a variety of bespoke team-building activities and has hosted numerous high-profile corporate and international events. With expansive outdoor areas and flexible venue options, organisers can create tailored programmes that enhance engagement, collaboration and overall delegate experience.

Spaces

Designed for scale. Built for global impact. The Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre offers an impressive range of venues capable of hosting events of all sizes — from executive meetings to large-scale international conferences and exhibitions. At the core of the Centre is the expansive Banqueting Hall, which accommodates up to 1,500 delegates cinema-style, with flexible configurations for banquets, exhibitions and gala events. The hall can be subdivided into smaller sections, offering versatility for multi- stream events and breakaway sessions. The Lilongwe Auditorium further enhances the offering, providing a large-format venue ideal for plenary sessions, keynote addresses and high-profile presentations, while the adjoining foyer space accommodates up to 1,800+ guests, creating a dynamic environment for exhibitions, networking and receptions. A range of additional meeting rooms — including Pelican, Sparrowhawk, Heron, Ibis, Sandpiper and others — provide flexible spaces for workshops, boardroom sessions and breakaways, ensuring seamless event flow across multiple sessions. Whether hosting a continental summit or a corporate convention, the venue delivers scale, flexibility and professional execution at the highest level.

Rooms

 
Classroom

Theater

Banquet

U-Shape

Cocktail

Boardroom

Banqueting Hall
Classroom layout: 600
Theater layout: 1500
Banquet layout: 900
U-Shape layout: 750
Cocktail layout: 1200
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Banqueting Hall (1+2+3 Combined)
Classroom layout: 200
Theater layout: 500
Banquet layout: 250
U-Shape layout: 250
Cocktail layout: 350
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Banqueting Hall (1+2 Combined)
Classroom layout: 400
Theater layout: 1000
Banquet layout: 550
U-Shape layout: 500
Cocktail layout: 700
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Lilongwe Auditorium
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Theater layout: 1500
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Auditorium Foyer
Classroom layout: 1950
Theater layout: 1800
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Pelican / Sparrowhawk (each)
Classroom layout: 45
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Banquet layout: 25
U-Shape layout: 45
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Boardroom layout: 25

Heron / Ibis (each)
Classroom layout: 22
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Banquet layout: 12
U-Shape layout: 22
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Boardroom layout: 15

Heron & Ibis Combined
Classroom layout: 50
Theater layout: 50
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Sandpiper
Classroom layout: 45
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Banquet layout: 30
U-Shape layout: 45
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Boardroom layout: 25

Sparrowhawk & Sandpiper Combined
Classroom layout: 70
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U-Shape layout: 70
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Mphasa / Mbuna / Chambo / Usipa (each)
Classroom layout: 25
Theater layout: 60
Banquet layout: 40
U-Shape layout: 20
Cocktail layout: 50
Boardroom layout: 15

Mphasa & Mbuna Combined
Classroom layout: 60
Theater layout: 250
Banquet layout: 150
U-Shape layout: 50
Cocktail layout: 200
Boardroom layout: 30

Chambo & Usipa Combined
Classroom layout: 60
Theater layout: 250
Banquet layout: 150
U-Shape layout: 50
Cocktail layout: 200
Boardroom layout: 30

Contact

Address: Chilembwe Road, Umodzi Park, Lilongwe

Phone: +265 11 178 9888 / +265 887 387 112

Email: reservations@umodzipark.co.mw

Website: www.umodzipark.co.mw