Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi, 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 a flying African fish eagle in swooping attack action, date below eagle tail and denomination in English letters below.

The African fish eagle (Icthyophaga vocifer), also known as the African sea eagle, is a large bird of prey found across sub-Saharan Africa near bodies of water rich in fish. It is the national bird of several countries, including Malawi and Namibia. Resembling the bald eagle, it has a white head, brown body, and powerful black wings. Females are larger than males, with wingspans reaching up to 2.4 meters. Known for its distinctive cry, the eagle primarily feeds on fish but may also hunt waterbirds. African fish eagles mate for life and build large nests in trees, reusing them year after year. They are common near lakes, rivers, and wetlands throughout their range.