According to International Telecommunication Union (ITU) data, in 2007, there were more than 45 mobile phone subscriptions per 100 inhabitants in Africa, while at the same time, there were 16 fixed telephone lines per 100 inhabitants1. The mobile phone provides a significant opportunity to reach people who until now have not had access to technology [...]

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I would like to share some job opportunities from back home. The Chancellor College Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Center is inviting applications from interested persons to fill the following vacant posts:
1. SYSTEMS ENGINEER  (ONE POSITION)
The Systems Engineer will lead the development of new and innovative software. This is a senior position in the Software Development section [...]

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Soon after posting my first article on the need for non-intrusive inspection systems at customs points in Malawi, I realized that COTECNA is probably the biggest player in this field that has vast experience in Africa. I also noted that Tiscan Tanzania Ltd, who are in operation in Tanzania, are also a member of [...]

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By now, most people in the blogosphere are aware of William Kamkwamba’s amazing story. But today’s Daily Times in Malawi carries another amazing story, which the world must know.

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Two years ago, the Ministry of Education in Zambia  unveiled a four step plan aimed at curbing the country’s  scientific ‘brain drain’. This plan mainly targeted the country’s two public universities – University of Zambia and the Copperbelt University. It was expected to be implemented starting from the 2008 budget.

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As the volume of containerized cargo continues to grow exponentially, many countries are buying container scanner systems in an effort to modernize their customs operations. These scanners not only speed up time but they also help to ensure that inspection is done efficiently. This is by far much better than manual inspection which is labor [...]

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This article has been written by my friend Isaiah Paul Makwakwa. Isaiah holds a BSc in Computer Science from Chancellor College, University of Malawi and an MSc in Informaton Theory, Coding and Cryptography from Mzuzu University. In this article, he adds his thoughts to the ongoing debate on Equitable Access to University Education in Malawi. [...]

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This article has been written by my friend Isaiah Paul Makwakwa. Isaiah holds a BSc in Computer Science from Chancellor College, University of Malawi and an MSc in Informaton Theory, Coding and Cryptography from Mzuzu University. In this article, he adds his thoughts to the ongoing debate on Equitable Access to University Education in Malawi. [...]

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In August 2009, Zimbabwe’s unity government announced that had secured US$1 billion to transform the country’s main highway, running from the South African border in the south to the Zambian border in the north into a dual carriageway. Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai said the 1000-kilometre road, the busiest in the country, would be developed by [...]

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This article has been written by my friend Isaiah Paul Makwakwa. Isaiah holds a BSc in Computer Science from Chancellor College, University of Malawi and an MSc in Informaton Theory, Coding and Cryptography from Mzuzu University. In this article, he adds his thoughts to the ongoing debate on Equitable Access to University Education in Malawi.There are [...]

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