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SUMMARY:Technology\, Security\, and Development: Problems and Prospects Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Invitation to Register for the Symposium on “Technology\, Security\, and Development: Problems and Prospects”\n\n\n\nThe National Defence College (NDC) of the Malawi Defence Force (MDF)\, in partnership with the Malawi Computer Emergency Response Team (MWCERT) of the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)\, is pleased to announce the upcoming Symposium on “Technology\, Security\, and Development: Problems and Prospects\,” which will focus on the theme: “Harnessing Emerging Technology to Achieve Malawi Vision 2063 (MW2063).” This pivotal event will be held from Thursday\, 28 November to Friday\, 29 November 2024\, at the Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre\, Lilongwe\, Malawi in Mbidzi Hall.\n\n\n\nThe symposium will bring together thought leaders and experts to explore the challenges and opportunities posed by emerging technologies in the realms of national security\, especially cybersecurity\, sustainable development\, and economic transformation. As Malawi strives to meet the aspirations of Vision 2063\, this event will provide a platform for critical discussions on how emerging technologies can drive progress in key sectors such as agriculture\, health\, education\, mining\, and national security. The event will feature keynote addresses\, panel discussions\, and focus group sessions led by renowned experts and thought leaders in technology\, national security\, and development. Topics will include the role of technology in sustainable development\, the potential risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence\, and the critical intersection between innovation and security.\n\n\n\nKeynote Address:\n\n\n\nMr Themba Kalua\, United Nations Resident Coordinator for Samoa\, Cook Islands\, Niue\, and Tokelau.\n\n\n\nDiscussants:\n\n\n\nDr Rachel Sibande\, Founder and Director\, mHub.\n\n\n\nDr Eliya Msiyaphazi Zulu\, Executive Director and Founder\, African Institute of Development Policy.\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\n\n\nThe symposium is open to government officials\, technology professionals\, security experts\, academia\, industry leaders\, and development practitioners keen to explore innovative solutions to address Malawi’s security and developmental challenges.\n\n\n\nHow to Register:\n\n\n\nWe invite individuals and institutions interested in attending the symposium to register their interest. Please note that due to limited space\, only those selected to participate will receive a confirmation of their registration.\n\n\n\nTo Register please visit: bit.ly/NDCSymposium\n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: 25 November 2024\n\n\n\nFor Inquiries Contact:\n\n\n\nNDC Administrator at: admin@ndc.mw or on: +265 993 460 000/883460 000\n\n\n\nMs Nellie Mwanza at: nellie.mwanza@macra.mw or on: +265 993 844 684\n\n\n\nFor more information about the symposium agenda and registration\, please visit: www.ndc.mw or www.mwcert.mw. Click here to download the event programme.
URL:https://ndc.mw/event/technology-security-and-development-problems-and-prospects-symposium/
LOCATION:Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre\, Umodzi Park\, Lilongwe\, Malawi
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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