Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi, country name in Chichewa above and date below.

Malawi's coat of arms is based on Nyasaland's earlier heraldic arms. It features a shield supported by a lion and a leopard, standing on a representation of Mount Mulanje. The shield is divided into three parts: wavy lines symbolizing water, a central stripe with a lion representing strength, and a rising sun, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. Above the shield is a fish eagle in front of a rising sun, symbolizing freedom. The scroll below the shield bears the national motto, "Unity and Freedom," reflecting Malawi's goals of harmony and independence.

Depicts a pair of athletes one passing a rod-like object called the ‘baton’ to the other within a circle enclosed by the inscription of occasion.

A relay race, a thrilling display of teamwork, originated in ancient Greece with couriers passing a message stick. Today, it's a key track event in the Olympics, where four athletes run equal distances, passing a baton to the next runner. The final runner is known as the ‘anchor’. Other relay types, like sprint medleys and long-distance relays, exist but aren't included in Olympic or World Athletics events.