Your trusted source for clear, credible, and inclusive civic information.
Boma Lathu is Malawi’s national civic education platform, created to help every citizen understand their rights, responsibilities, and role in shaping governance and community development. The platform provides verified civic information, simple learning tools, and community engagement structures that ensure no Malawian is left behind in accessing reliable civic knowledge.
We make civic education accessible, engaging, and practical by combining digital innovation with community-level outreach. This enables citizens—regardless of age, background, or location—to learn, ask questions, participate, and take informed action.
Boma Lathu is implemented in close collaboration with the Directorate of Civic Education (DoCE), the Government of Malawi’s mandated institution responsible for regulating, coordinating, and supplying civic education nationwide.
Building the foundation for a Malawi where every citizen understands their rights, engages with leaders, and contributes to meaningful change.
Our missions
To supply, regulate, and coordinate inclusive civic education that strengthens trust in governance, promotes democratic participation, and builds national unity.
Our Vision
A well-informed, responsible, and active citizenry contributing to Malawi’s unity, democracy, and sustainable development.
We simplify laws, policies, reforms, and public announcements so people can clearly understand:
- their rights
- their responsibilities
- how government systems work
- where and how to access services
Through WhatsApp, SMS, and the Ask Boma Lathu helpdesk, we create safe spaces for civic inquiry, dialogue, and clarity on issues that matter to everyday life.
We work with Civic Education Hubs (CEHs), NICE, Traditional Authorities, youth groups, radio partners, and CSOs to bring civic learning directly to communities—ensuring local relevance and inclusivity.
We strengthen two-way communication that rebuilds trust, encourages accountability, and supports practical problem-solving at local and national levels.
Jessica Brown
Yoni Albert
Christine Eve
David Hardson
