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The Public-Health Assessment of Malawi's One DigitiZed Infrastructure COVID-19 Study

Grant number: 8078

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Key facts

  • Disease

    COVID-19

  • Start & end year

    2023
    2025

  • Known Financial Commitments (USD)

    $144,231.02

  • Funder

    RIGHT Foundation

  • Principal Investigator

    N/A

  • Research Location

    Malawi, Malawi

  • Lead Research Institution

    Luke International

  • Research Priority Alignment

    N/A

  • Research Category

    N/A

  • Research Subcategory

    N/A

  • Special Interest Tags

    N/A

  • Study Type

    Non-Clinical

  • Clinical Trial Details

    N/A

  • Broad Policy Alignment

    Pending

  • Age Group

    Not Applicable

  • Vulnerable Population

    Not applicable

  • Occupations of Interest

    Not applicable

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness and impact of digital health tools used during the COVID-19 response, focusing on the national and community levels. At the national level, the study will assess the Malawi COVID Response Digital Solutions/Services Architecture by examining decision-making processes and the varying success levels of its components. This research intends to inform stakeholders on digital tool effectiveness and user experience, including benefits and gaps. The findings will guide implementers and donors on digital health development strategies, with the aim of strengthening disease surveillance and response capabilities.