Principal Secretary for the Department of e-Government in the Ministry of Information and Digitalization, Stephen Mjuweni, has hailed the Digital Malawi Project for its significant role in fostering a resilient and inclusive digital economy in Malawi
He made the remarks while delivering a keynote address at the 2025 International ICT Expo in Lilongwe.
Mjuweni highlighted the tangible and measurable impact the project has had in advancing digital infrastructure, e-government services, and digital skills across the country.
“This is an exciting project that is providing reliable internet connectivity to over 500 public institutions across the country. Additionally, more than 10,000 young people have accessed digital skills training through community innovation hubs/centres. Rural women entrepreneurs have also been empowered through digital financial literacy programs supported by the project,” he highlighted.
He further applauded the development of the Bomalathu Enterprise Service Bus, a key innovation under the project that is enhancing the delivery of government services in sectors such as health, education, procurement, and civil registration.
Responding to a question on device affordability, Patrick Kabambe, Chief Executive Officer of the Public Private Partnership Commission, said the project is actively considering the implementation of initiatives to make digital devices more affordable for Malawians.
The Digital Malawi Project is a Government of Malawi initiative funded by the World Bank, and it is being implemented by the Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Digitalization.
