In May 2026, MDBNL's Kiliye Kiliye TV reached five districts across Malawi's Southern Region, confirming strong digital signal across more than ten locations including Bvumbwe, Luchenza, Thyolo, Phalombe Boma and Ngabu. Through community outreach, public demonstrations and trusted local partnerships, the team drove strong decoder sales and identified high-potential areas for follow-up. The drive marks a confident step in MDBNL's mission to bring Better Quality, More Channels to every corner of Malawi.
Following a site visit across Malawi, the MDBNL Board has committed to resolving technical challenges such as outdated equipment and off-air transmission sites, while prioritizing infrastructure upgrades and the Last Mile Connectivity Initiative to improve digital broadcasting and bridge the digital divide.
In his first official address to staff, newly appointed CEO Fegus Lipenga pledges dedication, teamwork, and strategic partnerships to advance MDBNL's mandate and support national ICT growth.
The Minister of Information and Communications Technology met newly appointed MDBNL Board members to align governance, operational expectations and strategic priorities in line with national development goals.
The Honourable Minister of Information and Communications Technology visited the MDBNL Control Centre in Blantyre and the Mpingwe Transmitter Site on 2 December 2025 as part of a familiarisation programme to understand operational and technical environments within key ICT institutions.
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