Malawi's Chief Economist in the Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Peter Mwale, has called for urgent and coordinated efforts to shield children from cyberbullying and online exploitation. He made the remarks during a "Training of Trainers" workshop for teachers in the South-East Education Division, organized by the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority's MACRA Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team MwCERT.
Mwale emphasized that while digital platforms present vast opportunities for learning and social interaction, they also expose children to significant risks that demand immediate attention. He stressed that tackling online threats requires a collective approach.
"A single institution cannot address online challenges alone. It requires deep collaboration among government, regulators, parents, schools, communities, and the children themselves."
