Huawei commits to Malawi's digital future, aims for smart status
Huawei has been a key Chinese partner in building Malawi's digital infrastructure, particularly in e-government, e-health, and e-learning initiatives.
BEIJING — Huawei Technologies has pledged continued investment in Malawi's digital infrastructure to help the country achieve smart nation status, writes Pemphero Musowa.
Li Junfeng, vice president of Huawei Technologies, committed during a meeting with Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera in Beijing.
A country attains smart status when all its urban areas, including cities and towns, become digitally integrated.
This involves empowering people and businesses through increased data access, encouraging participation through innovative ideas, and creating an anticipatory government that uses technology to serve citizens better.
Malawi aims to create a digital economy, society, and government-aligned with its MW2063 vision and National ICT Masterplan.
Huawei has been a key Chinese partner in building Malawi's digital infrastructure, particularly in e-government, e-health, and e-learning initiatives.
The tech company is responsible for the construction and ongoing technical support of the Malawi National Data Centre in Blantyre.
It also played a crucial role in implementing the Malawi National Fibre Backbone Project.
These efforts align with Malawi's goal to leverage technology for sustainable development and improved public services.