The 1994 Constitution of the Republic of Malaŵi establishes the Law Commission with powers to review and make recommendations relating to repeal and amendment of laws in Malaŵi. Section 135 of the Constitution, lays out the broad framework of the powers and functions of the Commission. In terms of section 136 of the Constitution, the Commission has to exercise these powers and functions, independently, without any interference of any other person or authority. The enabling legislation for the Law Commission, the Law Commission Act (Cap. 3:09), was enacted in 1998, two years after the Commission commenced its operations. The work of the Commission is inclusive and participatory; individuals and organisations at various levels take part in law reform. The Commission is mandated to discharge its law reform function through special Law Commissions. The core mandate of the Commission is to review and make recommendations regarding any matter pertaining to the Laws of Malaŵi, including the Constitution itself, and their conformity with the Constitution and applicable international law. The Commission is empowered to receive and review any submissions from individuals or institutions calling for law reform. It is mandated to report its findings and recommendations to the Minister of Justice.