MACRA plans to introduce a misinformation monitoring system, raising concerns among digital rights advocates about potential threats to freedom of expression and privacy. The Net Rights Coalition (NRC), alongside 15 other organizations, has urged MACRA to reconsider, warning that the system could be misused to monitor activists, journalists, and opposition voices, especially ahead of Malawi’s 2025 General Elections.
Mchinji DC Lucia Chidalengwa emphasizes the importance of maintaining human agency in technological advancements, focusing on AI's role in education while cautioning against over-reliance
MACRA is addressing the spread of misinformation in Malawi by implementing a sophisticated monitoring system. This initiative aims to enhance online safety, build public trust in digital platforms, and combat cybercrime while respecting individual rights
With digital transactions, people will no longer be carrying huge sums of cash to and from the bank where in most cases, more especially women have been robbed of their cash and others even losing their lives.
Minister of Information and Digitalisation, Moses Kunkuyu, has reiterated government's commitment in providing affordable and accessible internet connectivity to all Malawians.
Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has challenged Malawi Police Service (MPS) to embrace technology in its work as technological advancement is opening wider doors to cybercrimes.