Airtel, MACRA strengthen collaboration on Malawi's digital transformation agenda
Airtel Malawi has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation through investments in 5G, rural connectivity and digital services, while MACRA praised the operator's role in expanding access, innovation and supporting Malawi's digital inclusion agenda.
Malawi moves to digitise courier sector
The country’s comms regulator is developing a digital postal compliance system to strengthen oversight of courier operators.
Malawi to unveil digital IDs in September
The National Registration Bureau will launch the Nzika Wallet app, enabling Malawians to access secure national digital identity cards on smartphones.
Malawi devises operational rules for national data exchange platform
Malawi proposes Government Data Sharing Regulation to provide rules of engagement around the National Data Exchange Platform.
Malawi’s Blantyre City Council picks OneKhusa for digital payments
Blantyre City Council has partnered with fintech OneKhusa to launch an online city rates payment platform, enabling residents and businesses to pay digitally.
Malawi receives Huawei $180-million ICT boost
Malawi and Huawei are discussing strategies to implement a US$180m national ICT investment for the next four years.
Malawi unveils three-year digital plan
The Southern African country aims to connect schools, villages and public spaces to expand participation in the digital economy among citizens, institutions and businesses.
Malawi unveils Huawei skills programme
New Huawei initiative aims to equip Malawian youth with critical digital skills.
Malawi reaps digital tax gains
New system boosts Malawi Revenue Authority’s tax collection by over $1.2 million daily.
Touchless smart bin debuts in Malawi
Sensor-powered waste bin aims to improve hygiene in public spaces.
Malawi reports e-learning progress
The government has set a target of connecting 2 000 rural primary, secondary and technical schools to the internet.
Malawi trains courier operators on data protection
Data Protection Authority MACRA has launched nationwide sensitisation meetings for postal and courier operators to improve compliance with Malawi’s Data Protection Act.
Airtel Malawi eyes satellite connectivity
The telco plans to introduce satellite technology to improve mobile coverage in remote areas, as operators seek new ways to tackle persistent connectivity challenges across the country.