4.5.10.2. Continuously update the citizens, the private sector and the public sector, on information related to cyber threats, vulnerabilities, incidents, activities across the nation to foster trust. IV. Strategic Goal (iv): Enable and continuously improve the safety of vulnerable groups in cyberspace, especially the safety of children The Government of Malawi recognizes its responsibility in protecting vulnerable groups, especially children as they usually lack the capacity to do so themselves. For instance, children are susceptible to cyber bullying, pornography, and other harmful content, and meeting online contacts offline, sexual solicitation and grooming. Therefore, the Government will seek to ensure that vulnerable groups, especially children, use ICTs and cyberspace in a safe and responsible manner. The Government will deploy measures that ensure that vulnerable groups especially children, as well as their minders or guardians, are informed and aware of cyber threats and risks. Furthermore, it will collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop and deploy measures and tools to protect the vulnerable and ensure they stay safe online. 4.5.11. Specific Objective 11: Strengthen online safety for vulnerable groups, especially children Actions: 4.5.11.1. Develop and disseminate online safety guidelines and best practices to protect vulnerable groups in Malawi, especially children, from cyber threats 4.5.11.2. Deploy special awareness programmes to target and inform children and other vulnerable groups about safe and responsible use of the internet 4.5.11.3. Promote the deployment of technical measures or web filtering tools that prevent access to harmful content by children and other vulnerable groups 4.5.11.4. Encourage ISPs and other services providers to make their clients, especially parents and guardians aware of how to leverage available tools, technologies to manage potential risks to vulnerable groups while accessing services online V. Strategic Goal (v): Enhance and coordinate the fight against all forms of cybercrime It is evident that cybercrime has several detrimental effects on the Malawi nation. Some of these impacts include economic losses, reputation damage, reduced confidence in ICT services, etc. The Government of Malawi appreciates the severity of the evolving threat of cyber crime to the nation and the numerous challenges in combating cybercrime across the nation. The Government aims to enhance the detection, investigation, and prosecution of cybercrimes in Malawi. This will 17