Case Studies

Broadband Mapping and Digital Literacy Programme – Training of Trainers As part of its commitment to bridging the digital divide, the Universal Service Fund (USF) is implementing the Broadband Mapping and Digital Literacy Programme (BMDLP). The initiative focuses on identifying broadband coverage gaps while building digital skills among communities, particularly…

  The Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority – MACRA held a stakeholder meeting with headteachers under Phase 2 of the Connect A School (CAS) Project, alongside key partners including the Ministry of Education, the National Construction Industry Council (NCIC), the Department of Buildings (DoB), and…

Amplifying Malawi’s Digital Storytelling: Celebrating Local Creativity & Impact The Universal Service Fund (USF) hosted a cocktail event to highlight the amazing work of local digital content creators supported through Phases 1 and 2 of its Local Digital Content Development Initiative. Among the featured content were the thought-provoking film Welcome…

On June 10, 2025, the Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority – MACRA conducted a stakeholders’ consultation meeting at BICC in Lilongwe with consultants and contractors involved in the Connect A School (CAS) project. The purpose of the meeting was to assess the progress of Phase…

In a continued effort to bridge the digital divide and promote digital inclusion across Malawi, the Universal Service Fund Committee convened today, 29th May 2025, at Sunbird Livingstonia Beach, Salima. The meeting focused on advancing strategic initiatives to ensure equitable access to digital technologies and services for all Malawians, leaving…

The Head of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Mr Ronald Tembo, was part of the Malawi delegation participating in the 18th International Conference and Exhibition on Digital Education, Training, and Skills Development, eLearning Africa 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The delegation was led by the Minister of Higher Education,…

Powered by the Universal Service Fund (USF), the highly anticipated film Welcome to Maula Prison has officially premiered in Lilongwe, Blantyre, and Mzuzu, capturing national attention and sparking meaningful conversations around justice, rehabilitation, and storytelling in Malawi. Produced by 4KAYA Films and proudly supported by the Universal Service Fund (USF)…

Malawi Participates in Smart Africa Regional Workshop on Bulk Purchase Marketplace Initiative Malawi is taking part in a two-day regional workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, hosted by Smart Africa, focusing on accelerating digital connectivity across the continent. The Malawian delegation includes Mr. Andrew Nyirenda, Director of Economic Regulations at the Malawi…