Malawi to connect 500 facilities in rural areas

NxtGen Labs is transforming early tech education by training children as young as five in coding, robotics, AI, and drone technology.

The Malawian Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry has launched a digital trade platform to automate trade processes, issue documents, and connect Malawian businesses with global buyers.

The five-week ICT training program seeks to provide young women, particularly those from marginalised groups, with basic digital skills.

Only six bidders (four Malawians and two foreigners) advanced to the final stage before Madras Security Printers got the contract.

Aashish Dutt succeeds Abdul Khayyum Shaik, who has served as the acting managing director since November 2024.

According to the Ministry, about 70 secondary schools will have access to the lab, and developers intend to expand user access.

CodeTech Innovators introduced M'langizi M'manja, a digital platform to enable real-time AI-based connection between farmers and agriculture advisors.

The App allows farmers in Malawi to rapidly identify diseases in plants with only a smartphone camera, redefining access to agricultural expertise.

Environmental expert emphasizes the need for sustainable systems, regulations, and consumer education.

With support from the Malawi government and the World Bank, the initiative is seeking to expand its training in various digital and enterprise development fields.

The learners completed advanced drone training at the Junior Academy of the Drones and Data Academy.

The move is meant to help the 40% of the population who do not have access to the internet.