By Chisomo Phiri
Mzuzu University (MZUNI) on Monday launched Nzeru Hub, a new digital platform designed to enhance students’ digital skills.
Developed through MZUNI’s Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Nzeru Hub aims not only to promote basic digital literacy but also to provide easy access to learning materials and other academic resources.
Speaking after the launch, a lecturer in the ICT at MZUNI, Joseph Kumwenda, said the platform also offers specialized training in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) courses.
Kumwenda explained that the Nzeru Hub is part of the university’s Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi (IDT4M) project, which seeks to make digital education more accessible and affordable.
“Access to learning materials and professional certifications is often expensive. This initiative helps to bridge that gap by making digital skills training more inclusive,” he said.
On her part, a data science student,Queen Sosola,welcomed the initiative, noting that digital technology is a key driver of the Malawi 2063 national vision, and therefore, citizens need to be well-equipped with the necessary digital knowledge and competencies.
The Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi (IDT4M) project is being supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
