By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
Ghana and Malawi have
reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation and knowledge sharing in
digital transformation, public sector innovation and the delivery of efficient
digital public services.
The commitment was expressed
during a study tour by a delegation from the Republic of Malawi to Ghana’s
Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to learn from the
country’s digital transformation initiatives and approaches to public sector
innovation.
Welcoming the delegation on
behalf of the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations,
the Deputy Minister, Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu, said Ghana was pleased to
share its experiences in using digital technologies to support sustainable
development and improve public service delivery.
He said Ghana’s digital
transformation agenda has focused on strategic investments in digital
infrastructure, digital identity, cybersecurity, e-government services, digital
skills development and innovation ecosystems.
The engagement provided an
opportunity for officials from both countries to exchange experiences, discuss
lessons learned and explore practical approaches to addressing common digital
transformation challenges across Africa.
The Malawian delegation was
led by Mr. Stuart Ligomeka, Deputy Chief Secretary at the Office of the
President and Cabinet. He expressed appreciation for the reception accorded the
delegation and described Ghana as an important reference point for Malawi’s
digital transformation efforts.
Mr. Ligomeka said Malawi’s
decision to undertake the study tour followed a review of international
experiences that identified Ghana as a country that had made significant
progress in using information and communications technology to transform public
services.
He said the delegation was
particularly interested in understanding Ghana’s digital systems, institutional
arrangements and approaches to digital government, with the aim of gaining
practical insights that could support Malawi’s own transformation agenda.
The delegation also
highlighted the long-standing historical relationship between Ghana and Malawi,
including the connection of Malawi’s first President, Dr. Hastings Kamuzu
Banda, with Ghana, where he studied and lived for several years.
Both sides emphasised the
importance of continued technical cooperation and knowledge exchange, with the
engagement expected to strengthen collaboration between Ghana and Malawi as the
two countries pursue more efficient, inclusive and technology-driven public
services.
