Malawi CERT

Bungwe la MACRA mothandizana ndi a Youth Net Counselling (YONECO) alangiza zakufunikira kogwirana manja poonetsetsa kuti ana ali otetezeka pamene akugwiritsa ntchito intaneti. Izi zinakambidwa pa sukulu ya Zomba Catholic Secondary pamwambo okumbukira malo otetezeka pa intaneti padziko lonse, womwe umakumbukiridwa pa 2 February chaka chilichonse, ndipo dziko la Malawi likuchita mwambowu kuyambira pa 23

MACRA has trained Malawi Police Service Public Relations Officers and Prosecutors in its capacity as the designated Data Protection Authority and the national focal point for cybersecurity in Malawi. The training aimed to equip Public Relations Officers and Prosecutors with knowledge on data protection as well as cybersecurity. Inspector General of Police, Richard Luhanga, called

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), in its role as the designated Data Protection Authority, has successfully concluded this year’s Data Privacy Week, marked by public awareness activities, stakeholder engagement, and a national conference aimed at promoting responsible handling of personal data in Malawi. The week commenced with a Big Walk in Lilongwe, officially opened

We have successfully wrapped up our cyber drills and awareness campaign at the University of Livingstonia in Rumphi. The event was a huge success, with students and staff gaining new knowledge on cyber security and data protection. Addressing the university community, Head of Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (MwCERT), Christopher Banda emphasized the need for

MACRA through Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (MwCERT) is carrying out cyberdrills targeting northern region tertiary institutions. On Wednesday, Mzuzu University ICT students were empowered with knowledge on cyber security. Christopher Banda, Head of CERT, briefed the students on various cyber-related topics, delving deeper into the cyber world. He emphasized the importance of cyber security

In today’s digital world, data is one of the most valuable assets and protecting it is more important than ever. Tourism professionals from across Malawi gathered for a Workshop on Data Protection for the Tourism Sector in Blantyre, a vital step toward building a safer, more trustworthy digital environment for travelers, operators, and stakeholders alike.

MACRA through its Data Protection Authority (DPA), has intensified efforts to safeguard sensitive personal data within the financial sector. Speaking in Blantyre during a Data Protection workshop for Malawi’s Financial Sector, Head of Data Protection, Daniel Chiwoni, said the Authority is conducting targeted trainings on the newly enacted Data Protection Act to help institutions understand

The Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (mwCERT) hosted a cyber drill for the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS).The drill forms part of mwCERT’s efforts to raise awareness on cybersecurity and provide a platform to strengthen students’ capacity in the field. Speaking during the event, Dr Patrick Chikumba, Head of Computer Science and

The Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (Malawi CERT) successfully held a two-day cybersecurity capacity-building event at the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) from the 11th to the 12th of August 2025. Organized in collaboration with MUST and the Malawi Research and Education Network (MAREN), the event aligned with Malawi CERT’s mandate to coordinate

As part of the third edition of the Women and girls in cyber conference MwCERT hosted a Capture the flag competition (CTF). A CTF is a cybersecurity competition where participants solve challenges to find “flags,” which are pieces of information or code. The challenge was organized to empower and equip the young girls with technical

MACRA’s Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (mwCERT)  hosted a cybersecurity awareness lecture for Malawi Defence Force’s Upgrading Signals students from the 22 Signals Brigade. The session in Lilongwe aimed to enhance national understanding of digital safety and legal protections under the Malawi Communications Act (2016). It highlighted key cybersecurity issues, focusing on how to respond

  MACRA’s Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (mwCERT) had the pleasure to host an educational tour for students from Malawi Defence Force Command and Staff College students in Lilongwe to strengthen awareness and preparedness in addressing emerging security threats.. Held under the theme “Confronting the Unknown: Strategies to Counter Emerging Transnational Security Threats”, the tour

  The Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (mwCERT) has enhanced its cyber security skills through the thirteenth edition of the regional Cyberdrill for Africa Region taking place in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. The four-day drill organised by International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Interpol aimed at strengthening cyber security readiness in the African region.  The meeting 

MACRA mentored over 600 youth leaders through a partnership with the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) at the ongoing 2025 National Youth Summit in Lilongwe. The summit, which drew participants from Malawi’s 28 districts and international delegates, provided a platform to empower young people with digital skills, innovation opportunities, and leadership mentorship. An Incident

MACRA through the Data Protection Authority (DPA) has engaged Government Institutions in a Data Protection Awareness drive to enhance data privacy and security in Malawi’s public sector. During the meeting in Lilongwe, MACRA Board Director Mr Isaac Songea, stressed the importance of safeguarding personal data in today’s digital era: “Personal data is one of the

MACRA hosted a Validation Workshop on the Data Protection Regulations and proposed registration fees for Data Controllers and Data Processors of Significant Importance at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC). This important workshop is platform where we are discussing stakeholder comments on the draft regulations as read with the Authority’s determination which has informed the

Malawi has took a significant step towards shaping its digital future by holding an ICT indaba aimed at developing the country’s National Position on how International Law applies to the use of ICTs by states. The ICT indaba, took place in Lilongwe, has been organised by MACRA in partnership with the United Nations Institute for

As part of the digital agenda drive we took the digital rights discourse to the University of Malawi. Head of Computing department Dr Kondwani Munthali representing the deputy vice chancellor for the stated the university is the hub of academic freedom where exchange of ideas is the norm making is the right platform for the

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has called on Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to enhance public awareness of digital laws and data protection, emphasizing their implications for individual rights. Speaking at a Digital Rights workshop in Lilongwe on Wednesday, Presidential Advisor on Non-State Actors, Martha Kwataine, who was the Guest of Honour, acknowledged MACRA for

DAY 1 MACRA Board Director Reverend Father Damaseke has described the Cyber Security Conference for the Banking and Telecommunications sector as pivotal in the digital agenda drive, especially in its drive towards a more secure and resilient cyberspace for all. Father Damaseke was speaking when he officially opened the conference taking place in Mangochi under

 The Malawi Computer Emergency Team (Malawi CERT), in conjunction with the Forum for Incident Response and Security Team (FIRST), conducted a two day sectoral sector training at Nkopola, Mangochi. Under the theme ‘Navigating Cyber Security in Finance and Telecommunications’, the training aimed at equipping technical personel in these sectors with technical knowlenge in Incident response

 The Authority officially closed the set-aside month of November as the cyber security awareness month under the theme “Secure Our World”.The closing event took place at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre with different activities to mark the day. MACRA Board Director Stella Chuthi is presiding over the event. In her remarks, Chuthi said over the past

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is more important than ever. As students spend an increasing amount of time online, they are more vulnerable to online threats such as phishing, identity theft, and cyberbullying. To address this growing concern, we are excited to announce that a team led by our Consumer Affairs Manager Mr Hatchson Mkwapatira

The Authority set aside the month of November as the cyber security awareness month under the theme “Secure Our World”. As part of the commemoration one of the activities we are undertaking are school outreach programs. On the 15th of November the MACRA team  was at Lilongwe girls secondary school to educate and equip students on

.October is the Cyber Security Awareness Month. The month is being commemorated under the theme “Secure Our World”. Cybersecurity Awareness Month, aims to educate individuals and organizations about the importance of cybersecurity.. The concept revolves around promoting safe online practices, sharing knowledge about potential threats, and encouraging proactive measures to protect personal and sensitive information.

The fifth edition of the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024 has rated Malawi highly with a score of 80% from 36% in 2020. The report measures the commitment of countries to cybersecurity in the context of measures across the following five pillars: Legal, Technical, Organizational, Capacity development and Cooperation..  Reacting to the news, MACRA Director

MACRA Director General Daud Elvin Suleman challenged local content creators that the ball is in their hands to move the country towards that “beautiful digital economy.” If you ask any social media influencer, the dream is to one day make big money through content monetization. And this is possible. Unfortunately, this is an animal that

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and #MACRA, through the Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (mwCert), jointly organized a Digital Financial Services (DFS) Security Clinic. The Clinic, was held in Lilongwe and focused  on addressing security risks within the digital finance ecosystem,and it was  organized on the sidelines of an ITU regional workshop on Cost Models

Malawi joined the rest of the world in commemorating Safer Internet Day 2024 under the theme “Inspiring Change? Making a difference, navigating influence and navigating change online”. Speaking at the commemoration event which took place in Lilongwe, #MACRA Director General Daud Elvin Suleman, who was the guest of honor, emphasized the importance of ensuring that

The Authority conducted regional public relations workshop for the Malawi Police Service (MPS) Public Relation Officers (PRO) under the theme “Policing in the Digital Era”.Speaking at the opening ceremony which took place in Blantyre at Mt. Soche MACRA DG Daud Suleman emphasized the need for a safe digital space if the country is to utilize