Malawi's Ministry of MOI
Headquartered in Lilongwe, Malawi
The Ministry of Information and Digitalization of Malawi is a government entity dedicated to advancing information and communication technologies (ICT) in the country. Its mission is to provide policy direction and guidance in the production and dissemination of public information while fostering ICT development.
The ministry plays a crucial role in digital transformation, overseeing initiatives such as Malawi’s first National Data Centre, which supports big data, artificial intelligence, digital financial services, and the Internet of Things (IoT). It also leads efforts in cybersecurity, with the recent signing of the E-transactions and Communications Bills.
Additionally, the ministry collaborates with organizations like the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) to promote an inclusive digital economy, as seen in the launch of the Inclusive Digital Economy Scorecard (IDES). It also manages government media platforms, ensuring transparency and accessibility of information.
The ministry plays a crucial role in digital transformation, overseeing initiatives such as Malawi’s first National Data Centre, which supports big data, artificial intelligence, digital financial services, and the Internet of Things (IoT). It also leads efforts in cybersecurity, with the recent signing of the E-transactions and Communications Bills.
Additionally, the ministry collaborates with organizations like the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) to promote an inclusive digital economy, as seen in the launch of the Inclusive Digital Economy Scorecard (IDES). It also manages government media platforms, ensuring transparency and accessibility of information.