The Guest of Honour, Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Shadreck Namalomba Challenged the awardees to not just consume technology, but create it. Develop digital solutions, build apps that simplify lives, and showcase skills. Embrace entrepreneurship, solve real problems, and spread the gospel of digital empowerment. Let our conversations here spark action; go out and transform the digital world.” #IDT4M#UNDP#ICTAM
As part of its commitment to fostering a vibrant and forward-looking digital ecosystem, ICTAM continues to recognize outstanding contributions through its Innovation Awards—honouring individuals and organisations that are driving meaningful digital transformation across Malawi. These awards celebrate trailblazers who are leveraging technology to solve real-world challenges, enhance service delivery, and create sustainable impact within communities, businesses, and public institutions. By spotlighting innovation excellence, ICTAM reinforces its mission to nurture local innovation, recognize visionary leadership, and inspire the next generation of digital pioneers shaping Malawi’s digital future.
The ICT Association of Malawi (ICTAM) continues to position itself at the forefront of Malawi’s digital transformation agenda with the unveiling of its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) theme: “AI for Sustainable Development – Advancing Malawi’s Digital Future.” This powerful theme reflects ICTAM’s commitment to championing responsible innovation, emerging technologies, and digital inclusion as key drivers of sustainable national development. AI at the Heart of Malawi’s Development Agenda Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping economies, industries, and societies worldwide. By placing AI at the center of its 2025 AGM, ICTAM is signalling a bold vision:to promote awareness, policy dialogue, innovation, and skills development that enable Malawi to harness AI for productivity, service delivery, governance, and economic growth. The AGM will convene ICT professionals, innovators, policymakers, academia, and private sector leaders to discuss:
The Women in ICT Conference 2025 brought together over 100 inspiring women at Amaryllis Hotel, Blantyre, to share ideas, build networks, and drive innovation in the tech space. From empowering discussions to meaningful connections, the event celebrated women who are shaping the future of ICT in Malawi and beyond. Together, they’re not just participating in the digital era — they’re leading it. #WomenInICT #DigitalEmpowerment #TechLeadership #ICTConference2025 #WomenInTechnology