By Naomie Kambeja

In the year 2020, the proxima emerged as a winner in the category of open innovation in the ICT Association of Malawi (ICTAM) Innovation awards. ICTAM is an umbrella body of ICT professionals in Malawi.

The proxima, which is a locally made computer uses low energy and is designed to work even in places without electricity. It also has an offline learning app meant for students to access educational content regardless of their location, internet connectivity and access to electricity.

This award reflects our commitment to innovation as a way of addressing the pressing challenges affecting the education sector in the country. We appreciate ICTAM for recognizing InspireLearn and motivating us to continue inspiring and innovating.