Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi, the country name in Chichewa 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 two tilapia fishes, date right, and denomination below.

Tilapia are a diverse group of cichlid fish, with nearly a hundred species found primarily in freshwater environments like streams, ponds, rivers, and lakes, though some also inhabit brackish water. Important economically and culturally, especially in Africa and the Philippines, tilapia are valued for their mild taste and affordability. They have been integral to artisanal fishing and increasingly to aquaculture. The name "tilapia" derives from the Tswana word for fish, "tlhapi," or from Greek roots meaning "distant fish." Historically, tilapia were significant in Ancient Egypt and Talmudic times, symbolizing rebirth and appearing in biblical narratives. Tilapia are known for their laterally compressed bodies, efficient feeding structures, and adaptability to various environments, including extreme conditions like the Salton Sea. They are also mouth-brooders, carrying fertilized eggs and young fish in their mouths.