1. What does MAKNET stand for?
MAKNET stands for Malawi  Knowledge Network for Policy, Research and Development
2. Who funds MAKNET?
ACBF - African Capacity Building Foundation ACBF-pact.org
3. How is MAKNET governed?
MAKNET is  steered by a Project Steering Committee (PSC) comprising 9 members; the Project Director is an ex-officio member of the PSC, serving as its secretariat. The PSC meets at least twice a year and as necessary. MAKNET Secretariat headed by Project Director  who is the Principal of the Malawi Polytechnic(a constituent of the University of Malawi)  oversees the day to day running of the project. The project has 4 other members including the Programme Officer, the ICT Specialist, Secretary and an Accountant. The financial management of the grant is the responsibility MAKNET secretariat, which follows standard procedures required by the financier, African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF).
4. How do I join MAKNET?
Simply register a new account with MAKNET.
5. What are the benefits of joining MAKNET?
Full, free access to Policy, Research and Development information, expertise, best practices, etc and a platform to share information, views and opinions through forums, chats and feedback pages, and through face-to-face forums such as workshops, briefing seminars, understudying, testimonies by policymakers, study visits by policymakers, etc.
6. What is the value of joining  MAKNET as an individual and as an organization?
As an individual, you deal directly with us. As an organization, besides dealing directly with us, you get wider dissemination of your research output & expertise and thus more recognition and contacts, and you also get lots of information at no cost.
7. How can I provide feedback on MAKNET?
Simply click on Contact Us on the main menu and email us.