Our Interesting Story
Our Association Overview
The ICT Association of Malawi (ICTAM) in an umbrella body of all ICT professionals in Malawi. Our mission is to offer ICT leadership by catalyzing policy changes and by supporting related developments aimed at enabling Malawians to participate effectively in the modern technology-based global economy, benefiting the Nation and its partners.
Our Strategic Direction
ICTAM provides leadership for Malawi’s ICT ecosystem through a clear mission, an ambitious vision, and focused strategic objectives that advance sustainable digital transformation.
Our Mission
To provide leadership in ICT development by advancing innovation, policy advocacy, and skills development, enabling Malawians to participate competitively in the global digital economy.
Our Vision
To be the leading professional ICT body in Malawi, distinguished by integrity, excellence, and influential thought leadership.
Strategic Objectives
- Develop, promote, and uphold the integrity, professionalism, and competence of the ICT profession in Malawi.
- Advocate for an enabling policy, regulatory, and legal environment that supports ICT growth and innovation.
- Represent and coordinate diverse ICT stakeholders and professional associations under a unified national platform.
- Promote sustainable growth through education, training, mentorship, and international exposure.
- Facilitate the collection, dissemination, and exchange of ICT knowledge and best practices.
- Strengthen collaboration with government, industry, academia, and civil society.
- Implement ICT projects and initiatives that generate revenue to support institutional sustainability.
- Advocate for and safeguard the interests of ICT professionals at national level.
ICTAM Key Milestones
By ~2017
ICTAM was active with permanent structures and governance established.
2017
Adopted a new constitution to strengthen governance and membership rights.
2019
Inaugural International ICT Expo launched, uniting industry stakeholders.
2021
Recognised innovation in the ICT sector through awards (e.g., iMoSyS Award).
20 Feb 2023
New executive leadership elected with Clarence Gama as President.
24 Jan 2025
Signed strategic partnership MOU with the Institute of Marketing in Malawi.
5–6 Jun 2025
2025 International ICT Expo held at BICC, themed “Accelerating Malawi’s Digital Economy.”
Oct 2025
Women in ICT Conference 2025 hosted, focusing on inclusion and digital innovation.
16 Oct 2025
MTL donated support for the 2025 AGM & Innovation Awards.
Nov 2025
NBM plc committed K75.5M funding towards the Innovation Jam.