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Benson Kunchezera
ITWeb Africa Malawi correspondent
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Malawi plans to introduce digital IDs next year

The government says the move will transform how citizens access services such as healthcare while reducing the long-term cost of issuing physical ID cards
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Malawi to connect 500 facilities in rural areas

The Digital Acceleration Malawi Project is supported by the World Bank with a grant of $150 million.
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Malawian tech hub trains kids in coding and robotics

NxtGen Labs is transforming early tech education by training children as young as five in coding, robotics, AI, and drone technology.
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Malawi banks on digital platform to reduce trade red tape

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.
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Malawi trains girls in STEM and ICT skills

The five-week ICT training program seeks to provide young women, particularly those from marginalised groups, with basic digital skills.
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Malawi government signs new deal on passports

Only six bidders (four Malawians and two foreigners) advanced to the final stage before Madras Security Printers got the contract.
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22 Jan 2025

Airtel Malawi appoints new managing director

Aashish Dutt succeeds Abdul Khayyum Shaik, who has served as the acting managing director since November 2024.
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Malawi pledges to establish virtual science labs

According to the Ministry, about 70 secondary schools will have access to the lab, and developers intend to expand user access.
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New digital platform to bolster agriculture in Malawi

CodeTech Innovators introduced M'langizi M'manja, a digital platform to enable real-time AI-based connection between farmers and agriculture advisors.
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25 Oct 2024

Malawi launches app to identify plant diseases

The App allows farmers in Malawi to rapidly identify diseases in plants with only a smartphone camera, redefining access to agricultural expertise.
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Malawi urged to strengthen e-waste management

Environmental expert emphasizes the need for sustainable systems, regulations, and consumer education.
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Mzuzu E-hub expands digital skills training

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.