Ghana and Malawi have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation and knowledge sharing in digital transformation, public sector innovation and the delivery of efficient digital public services.
The commitment was made during a study visit by a Malawian delegation to Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, where officials explored Ghana’s digital transformation initiatives and approaches to public sector innovation.
Welcoming the delegation on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Minister Mohammed Adams Sukparu said Ghana was pleased to share its experience in using digital technologies to support sustainable development and improve public service delivery.
He highlighted Ghana’s investments in digital infrastructure, digital identity, cybersecurity, e-government services, digital skills development and innovation ecosystems as important components of the country’s digital transformation agenda.
The study visit provided officials from both countries with an opportunity to exchange experiences, discuss lessons learned and explore practical approaches to common digital transformation challenges facing African countries.
The Malawian delegation was led by Stuart Ligomeka, Deputy Chief Secretary at the Office of the President and Cabinet. Ligomeka described Ghana as an important reference point for Malawi’s digital transformation efforts, noting that the country had made significant progress in using ICT and digital technologies to improve public services.
The delegation sought practical insights into Ghana’s digital government systems, institutional arrangements and implementation approaches that could inform Malawi’s own digital transformation agenda.
Malawian officials also emphasised the importance of sustained technical cooperation between the two countries. They proposed continued engagement between technical teams to facilitate specialised expertise, knowledge exchange and practical collaboration.
Ligomeka stressed that stronger cooperation among African countries will be essential to developing more responsive, effective and locally relevant digital systems across the continent.
The Malawi delegation included senior officials from the Office of the President and Cabinet, including Principal Secretaries responsible for Reforms, Finance, Monitoring and Evaluation, and E-Government, as well as the Clerk to the Cabinet.
Ghanaian representatives included Chief Director Alexander Yaw Arphul, alongside directors and deputy directors responsible for general administration, innovation and international relations.
The study tour highlights the growing importance of government-to-government cooperation and cross-border knowledge sharing in advancing digital transformation across Africa.
By sharing practical experiences in areas such as digital identity, cybersecurity, e-government, digital infrastructure and public-sector innovation, African governments can accelerate the development of digital systems that improve service delivery and support inclusive economic development.
