In the documentary Strain Hunters Malawi, Arjan, Franco, and Simon embark on a mission to find the famous "Malawi Gold," one of the most prized landrace cannabis strains. This expedition, filmed in 2008, marks the first adventure of the Strain Hunters and takes place in the lush and often hard-to-reach landscapes of Malawi.

Malawi, known for its poverty but also for its hospitality, is the second-largest producer of cannabis in Africa. The documentary highlights the richness of the local cannabis culture and the economic importance of this plant for local communities. The Strain Hunters interact with local growers, discovering traditional cultivation methods and the unique cannabis varieties of this region.