Title Country Year Published
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act 2013

To promote the protection of personal data by public and private bodies and for other incidental connected purposes.

Consent Data Data Integrity Data Processing Data Protection Data Subject Data User Legislative Framework Personal Data
Antigua and Barbuda
2013
Policy Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Information and Communication Technologies ICTs Policy (Draft)

The Government’s policy is a three-pronged strategy in which ICT is used as an enabler for national development.

Data Electronic commerce ICT services Electronic communication Internet Broadband
Antigua and Barbuda
2017
Policy Skills
 

G.A.T.E. Government Assisted Technology Endeavour

This is known as the connect Antigua and Barbuda initiative and is geared towards the development of information and communication technology services for the citizenry and the country at large.

Broadband Competition ICT services Internet Mobile Platform Wireless
Antigua and Barbuda
2012 to 2013
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act 2013 & Electronic Transactions (Amendment) Act 2016

To give legal effect to electronic documents, records and signatures

Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic records Electronic signature Digital infrastructure Interoperability Licensing
Antigua and Barbuda
2013, 2016, 2019
Regulation Data Governance
 

Electronic Crimes Act 2013 & Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act 2018

To govern electronic data usage, the damage of electronic systems or networks, electronic data and other unrelated electronic crimes.

Data Data Transmission Electronic Crimes Electronic signature Electronic systems Electronic terrorism Encryption Digital infrastructure Source code
Antigua and Barbuda
2013, 2018
Policy Data Governance Infrastructure
 

Digital Transformation Strategy

This strategy is set out through a dedicated informative website and provides a road map of the planned work through to 2025 to achieve a fully digitalised Australian government.

Competition Data Data integration Data privacy Digital infrastructure Platform Transparency
Australia
Regulation Data Governance
 

Treasury Laws Amendment (Consumer Data Right) 2018 Bill

Protection and management of data for citizens and persons doing business in Australia. This is a Bill for an Act to amend the law which relates to fair trading, competition, consumer protection and privacy.

Competition Consent Data Data protection Data privacy Data security Data standards Data transfer Innovation Legislative framework Transparency
Australia
2018
Policy E-Government
 

Collection Digitisation Policy

Strategy to ensure that library collections are in digital format.

Digital Infrastructure
Australia
Policy E-Government
 

Digital Preservation Policy 4th Edition (2013)

Outline's Australia's National Library policy with respect to preservation of digital collections.

Data Data standards Digital infrastructure
Australia
2013
Policy E-Government Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Australia Tech Future

Outlines a strategy for digital skill building for Australians.

Artificial Intelligence Automation Blockchain Cloud-based services Competition Data Dataset Digital identity Digital skills Emerging technologies ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet of Things Internet Mobile Platform Private sector Procurement Satellite Spectrum
Australia
2018
Policy E-Government Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Digital Economy Strategy 2030

The Digital Economy Strategy sets out how Australia will secure its future as a modern and leading digital economy and society by 2030. It builds on the Australian Government’s existing digital and data initiatives, sets out further actions the Government is taking through the 2021-22 Budget and defines future pathways to 2030.

National development Data Digital infrastructure Cyber security Skills Electronic commerce; Electronic communication
Australia
2021
Policy E-Government Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Digital Agriculture Strategy Victoria

This Digital Agriculture Strategy outlines the Victorian Government’s plan to support Victorian farmers harness digital technologies to build a more efficient, sustainable and productive agriculture sector in Victoria.

Data Data privacy Intellectual property rights Interconnection Interoperability Digital infrastructure E-Government Skills Agriculture
Australia
2018
Policy Data Governance
 

Farm Data Code 2020 Edition 1

This Farm Data Code (the Code) was developed and adopted by the National Farmers’ Federation in consultation with industry. The objective of this Code is to promote digital adoption in the farm sector, by ensuring farmers have confidence in how their data is collected, used and shared. The Code is intended to inform the policies of service providers who manage data on behalf of farmers. It is also a yardstick by which farmers can evaluate the policies of those providers.

Data Data privacy Intellectual property rights Agriculture
Australia
2020
Policy Data Governance
 

Cyber Security Policy

Notes Australia's offensive cyber capabilities and seeks to outline measures to curtail cyber security risks.

Cyber security Data Data Protection Data privacy Electronic communication
Australia
2020
Policy Data Governance Electronic Transactions Infrastructure
 

A Digital Bahamas

Strategy to build a single digital interface which will allow citizens to utilise various services.

Data Data protection Data privacy Digital government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic payment systems Digital infrastructure Private sector
Bahamas, The
2021
Policy Data Governance Electronic Transactions Infrastructure
 

Digital Transformation Agenda 2019

Strategy to build a single digital interface which will allow citizens to utilise various services.

Data Data Protection Data privacy Digital Government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic payment systems Digital infrastructure Private sector
Bahamas, The
2019
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Payments Instruments (Oversight) Regulations 2017 & Payments Systems Act 2012

Makes provisions for crypto currency/digital/virtual money

Consent Data privacy Electronic payment systems Transparency
Bahamas, The
2017, 2012
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Communications and Transaction Act

Makes provision for all electronic transactions

Data processing Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts
Bahamas, The
2006
Regulation Data Governance
 

Computer Misuse Act

Provides for securing computer material against unauthorised access or modification.

Data
Bahamas, The
2006
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act

Formulated to ensure protection of data and privacy of Bahamian Residents.

Data Data controller Data Processing Data Protection Data privacy Personal Data
Bahamas, The
2008
Policy Electronic Transactions Inclusion
 

Connect Your E-Business Strategy To The Bahamas - Bridging The Digital Divide

Provides general information as to why Bahamas is an attractive e-business location.

Data privacy; Digital divide Intellectual property rights Interconnection Interoperability Internet Universal access
Bahamas, The
2003
Policy E-Government Technology
 

Digital Bangladesh: Bangladesh's Vision 2021

Focuses on the Digital Bangladesh strategy to highlight the tremendous capacity of information and communication technology (ICT) to help steer the country’s development during the Perspective Plan.

Automation Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Innovation Public-private partnerships Research and development Universal access
Bangladesh
2009
Policy E-Government Infrastructure
 

Digital Transformation of MFIs in Bangladesh

Strategy to digitally transform Bangladesh's microfinance institutions

Data
Bangladesh
2019
Policy E-Government
 

E Government Master plan for Bangladesh

An outline of the plans for fully digitalizing Bangladesh's government by 2021

Data
Bangladesh
2018
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

E Commerce Policy Framework for Bangladesh

Focuses on the development of e-commerce in Bangladesh so that the country might become one of the world leaders in the e-commerce industry.

Authentication Biometric Broadband Data Data Integrity Data privacy Digital signature Digital Government Electronic commerce Intellectual property rights Internet Mobile Platform Taxation Transparency
Bangladesh
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Digital Security Act

To ensure national digital security and to enact laws pertaining to digital crime identification, prevention and suppression.

Data Data preservation Digital infrastructure Internet
Bangladesh
2018
Policy Data Governance
 

National Blockchain Strategy

Exploring how blockchain technology can prepare for future challenges

Data Data preservation Digital infrastructure Internet
Bangladesh
2020
Policy E-Government Technology
 

National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence

Looking at how Bangladesh is embracing AI technology

Data Data Processing Digital Government Digital infrastructure Mobile Taxation
Bangladesh
2019
Policy Data Governance
 

National Internet of Things Strategy

To develop a conducive and balanced Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem in Bangladesh to

Data Data Processing Digital Government Digital infrastructure Mobile Taxation
Bangladesh
2020
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

cater to economic, societal, environmental and global needs.

Consent Data Data controller Data Processing Data Protection Data privacy Electronic signature Personal Data
Barbados
2001
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act

Personal data protection

Data Data privacy Data Processing Data Protection Electronic communication Personal Data
Barbados
2019
Regulation Technology
 

Telecommunications Act

Regulation of telecommunications licenses and services

Competition ICT services Legislative Framework Licensing
Barbados
2001
Policy E-Government
 

National E-Government Strategy and Work Plan 2015-2018

Strategy to improve government services overall, and to develop ICT services

Broadband Data Data centres Data Processing Data privacy Digital Government Encryption ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Platform Private sector
Belize
2015
Policy Technology
 

ICT National Strategy

To develop ICT services for the improvement of Belizeans' lives

Digital Government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Gender ICT services Internet Licensing Private sector Universal access
Belize
2011
Policy E-Government
 

National E-Government Policy 2015-2018

Utilization of ICT to connect the government and Belizeans

Data Data privacy Data security Digital Government ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Platform
Belize
2015
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

The conduct for electronic transactions

Electronic communication
Belize
2003
Policy E-Government
 

National Digital Agenda 2021:“Towards a Digital Belize’

Towards a Digital Belize

Economic recovery
Belize
2021
Regulation E-Government
 

Belize Open Government Action Plan

Open government aims to provide better public services, generate safer communities, fight corruption, and using new technologies to strengthen governance. The pillars of Open Government are transparency, citizen participation and collaboration. In 2011, eight countries founded the Open Government Partnership (OGP1), an international entity dedicated to promoting open government around the world. Today, 78 countries and 20 cities are part of OGP. These members must develop an Action Plan with specific commitments and have two years to achieve the agreed commitments.

Digital government Data
Belize
2020
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrime and Computer Related Crimes Act

Provides for securing computer material against unauthorised access or modification

Data
Botswana
2018
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure
 

National Broadband Strategy

This is the Botswana government's aim at ensuring that the country has a robust ICT system for the benefit of the people

Authentication Broadband Data Data centres Data privacy Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Innovation Internet Mobile Personal Data Private sector Research and development Spectrum Universal access
Botswana
2018
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Communications and Transactions Act

Makes provision for legality of electronic transactions

Data Data Processing Data Transmission Electronic communication Electronic signature
Botswana
2014
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act

This Act ensures the protection of persons' data that is held with someone or an institution.

Data Data controller Data Processing Data Protection Data privacy Data Subject Personal Data
Botswana
2018
Policy Digital Economy Infrastructure Skills
 

Digital Connectivity Standards

Towards Digital Transformation for Botswana

Digital ecosystem Digital Skills Digital Infrastructure Digital Technology
Botswana
2020
Policy Data Governance
 

National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Strategy

Roadmap that will drive social, economic, cultural and political transformation

Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts
Botswana
2007
Policy Data Governance
 

Data Protection Policy

Provides for the protection and privacy of data

Consent Data Data collection Data Protection Data privacy Data User Encryption Personal Data
Brunei Darussalam
Unknown
Regulation Data Governance
 

Computer Misuse Act

Provides for securing computer material against unauthorised access or modification.

Consent Data
Brunei Darussalam
2000
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for the legal recognition of electronic transactions and records.

Authentication Data Data Protection Data privacy Digital signature Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic records Electronic signature Digital infrastructure
Brunei Darussalam
2000
Policy E-Government
 

Digital Government Strategy 2015-2020

Provides a roadmap for the digitisation of government services

Brunei Darussalam
2015
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

Digital Payment Roadmap for Brunei Darussalam 2019-2025 (‘the Roadmap’)

Provides a roadmap for the development and transition towards a digital payment ecosystem

Digital Ecosystem Digital financial systems and services Digital infrastructure Electronic payment systems Interoperability
Brunei Darussalam
2019
Regulation Technology
 

FinTech Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines

Provides a framework to allow the testing of innovative FinTech products and services by qualified companies or businesses

Digital financial systems and services Legislative Framework Private sector
Brunei Darussalam
2017
Policy Digital Economy
 

Digital Economy Masterplan 2025

Provides for digital transformation by the implementation of key projects under the nine (9) priority clusters which are expected to have a significant impact on economic growth.

Cloud-Based Services Digital Ecosystem Digital financial systems and services Digital Government Digital Identity Digital Skills Digital Technology Emerging technologies ICT services Innovation Logistics
Brunei Darussalam
2020
Regulation Digital Economy
 

Law No. 2010/012 on Cybersecurity and Cybercrime

n/a

Cyber security Data Data Protection Data privacy Electronic communication
Cameroon
2010
Regulation
 

Law No. 2010/013 Governing Electronic Communications

n/a

Electronic communication
Cameroon
2010
Policy Skills Technology
 

National Cyber Security Strategy

Provides Canada's vision and strategy for the digital era with respect to cyber security

Artificial Intelligence Blockchain Data Processing Data privacy Digital Skills Innovation Private sector Quantum computing Research and development
Canada
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Personal Information and Electronic Documents Act

Protection of personal data especially with respect to e-commerce

Data Data privacy Electronic commerce Electronic documents Personal Data
Canada
2000
Policy Technology
 

Pan Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy

The Government of Canada's investment in AI

Artificial Intelligence Innovation
Canada
2017
Policy E-Government Skills
 

Digital Canada 150

This represents a comprehensive approach to ensuring that Canada takes full advantage of the opportunities of the digital age

Data Dataset Digital Technology Electronic commerce Innovation Internet Open data Wireless
Canada
2014
Policy Digital Economy Infrastructure Skills
 

Digital Government Strategy

Modernizing and adapting the way we work to make the Government of Canada more responsive and more resilient

Digital government
Canada
2021
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Cyprus

To ensure that government services are safeguarded against cyber attacks

Digital infrastructure
Cyprus
2017
Policy E-Government
 

Digital Strategy for Cyprus

To transform the government's services into e-services

Digital Skills Digital infrastructure Innovation
Cyprus
2012
Policy E-Government
 

Digital Cyprus 2025

adapting the economy to a new digitized world

Digital infrastructure
Cyprus
2020
Regulation E-Government
 

Innovate Cyprus - CYRI - Strategy

Potential to generate knowledge-driven growth through investments in Research and Innovation

Digital infrastructure
Cyprus
2019
Policy Technology
 

Information Technology Strategic Plan

Strategy to ensure that the Government of Dominica is technologically advanced.

Authentication Data Digital Government
Dominica
2005
Regulation Data Governance
 

Electronic Evidence Act

Provides for electronic records to be entered into evidence

Electronic evidence Electronic records Electronic signature
Dominica
2010
Policy Custom Duties Electronic Transactions
 

Draft Self Regulating Guideline: E-Commerce Business in Fiji

Guidelines for businesses and consumers for e-transactions

Consent Data Data privacy Electronic commerce Internet
Fiji
2017
Policy Technology
 

The Gambian ICT4D-2012 Plan

Developing the Gambian information economy and society

Data privacy Digital Government Electronic commerce ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Universal access
Gambia, The
2008
Policy
 

E-Government Strategy 2021-2024

a clear roadmap fore-Government framework including an annual action plan, the public service for reform, digitisation, innovative platforms, regulatory reform, human capacity development, research and innovation and the various delivery platforms for Government services.

Digital government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Gender ICT services Internet Licensing Private sector Universal access
Gambia, The
2020
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

Information and Communications Act 2009

re-structuring,development, and regulation of the information andcommunications sectors in The Gambia

Digital infrastructure
Gambia, The
2009
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

ICT for Accelerated Development (ICT4D) Policy 2018-2028

The recognized objectives (action plans/projects) in the Strategic Plan are intended to promote the broad goals of the National Development Plan

Digital Infrastructure
Gambia, The
2018
Regulation
 

Information and Communications Act

Regulates the use of information and also how communications are managed

Consent Data Data Processing Digital Government Electronic records Electronic signature Personal Data
Gambia, The
2009
Policy E-Government
 

National Cyber Security Policy and Strategy

n/a

Ghana
2014
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act

Legal measures for the protection of data

Data Data Processing Data Protection Data privacy Personal Data
Ghana
2012
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for regulation of electronic communications

Authentication Digital signature Digital Government Electronic communication
Ghana
2008
Policy Technology
 

Information and Communication Technology (ICT): A Strategy and Action Plan for Grenada

This is a strategy and action plan pertaining to the development and facilitation of ICTs in the country

Competition Data Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Internet Licensing Private sector Transparency Youth
Grenada
2002
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for legal requirements with respect to electronic transactions

Authentication Consent Data Data storage Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic signature Digital infrastructure
Grenada
2008
Regulation E-Government
 

Electronic Crimes Bill

Provides for the prevention and punishment of electronic crimes

Data Electronic Crimes Electronic signature Electronic terrorism Source code
Grenada
2013
Policy Technology
 

ICT4D Guyana National Strategy

Strategy to ensure the development of ICT to improve the country and citizens' lives

Competition Data Digital Government Inclusiveness ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Interconnection Internet Licensing Private sector Platform Research and development Transparency
Guyana
2006
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrime Bill

To regulate cyber offences

Data Data storage Data Transmission
Guyana
2016
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Communications and Transactions Bill

Provides regulatory measures for electronic transactions and communications

Authentication Data Data privacy Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic signature Digital infrastructure
Guyana
2018
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Draft E-Commerce Bill

Regulates matters pertaining to electronic commerce

Data Data controller Data Processing Data privacy Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic signature Personal Data
Guyana
2005
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

National Digital Communications Policy

Policy seeks to put measures in place to ensure that the advantages of new technologies are accessible and affordable.

Broadband
India
2018
Policy Data Governance
 

National Cyber Security Policy

Formulated to curtail cyberspace risks and to build a secure and resilient cyberspace for citizens, businesses and government.

Data Data storage Data Transmission
India
2013
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

Draft National e-Commerce Policy

To create a facilitative regulatory environment for the growth of the e-commerce sector

Data Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure
India
Unknown
Policy Technology
 

National Policy on Information Technology

To improve information technology in India

Digital infrastructure Electronic Crimes Digital Skills Innovation
India
2012
Regulation Data Governance
 

India Personal Data Protection Bill

The Bill seeks to provide for protection of personal data of individuals, and establishes a Data Protection Authority for the same.

Data Data Protection Personal Data
India
2019
Regulation Infrastructure
 

National Optical Fibre Network Project

Discusses the government's plans for optical fibre network

Broadband Optical fibre
India
2014
Policy Technology
 

National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence

Discusses how India can position itself among leaders globally with respect to Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Data Data privacy
India
2018
Policy Aquaculture Data Governance Digital Economy Economy
 

National Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy

Fisheries and aquaculture remain important sources of food, nutrition, income, economic prosperity and livelihoods for people around the world. Global capture and culture fish production (2016) were 90.90 and 80.00 million tonnes respectively with India being second largest producer of fish in the world. From 0.75 million tonnes in 1950-51, total fish production of India touched 12.61 million tonnes in 2017-18 with a contribution of 8.92million tonnes (about 71%) from inland sector.

Aquaculture Fisheries Data
India
2019
Policy Technology
 

Information and Communications Technology Policy

Seeks to address inadequacies as it pertains to ICTs

Digital infrastructure Legislative Framework
Jamaica
2011
Policy Inclusion
 

E-Powering Jamaica Master Implementation Plan

Policy among other things seeks to encourage ICT knowledge and access to broadband for Jamaicans

Broadband Private sector Universal access
Jamaica
2012
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Policy

Policy provides for e-electronic transactions and is geared fundamentally towards e-commerce transactions.

Electronic commerce
Jamaica
2003
Policy Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

National Cyber Security Strategy

Seeks to establish a national cyber security framework

Electronic crimes Legislative Framework
Jamaica
2015
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act Electronic Transactions (Certification Service Providers Regulations)

Regulatory measures regarding electronic transactions

Authentication Data Processing Electronic communication Electronic documents Electronic transactions Legislative Framework Licensing
Jamaica
2006, 2007
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrimes Act

Regulatory measures with respect to cybercrime/cybersecurity/computer misuse

Data
Jamaica
2015
Regulation Digital Economy
 

Consumer Protection Act

Establishes measures to, inter alia, protect consumers from misleading, deceptive, unfair or false practices

Legislative Framework
Jamaica
2005
Regulation Data Governance
 

Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act

Provides for computer misuse and cybercrimes to be a statutory offence.

Consent Data Data privacy Data Transmission
Kenya
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Bill

Provides for the protection of personal information

Consent Data Data Processing Data Protection Data privacy Data Subject Personal Data
Kenya
2013
Policy Digital Economy Infrastructure Skills
 

Digital Economy Blueprint

This is the government's strategy to ensure that persons in the country are equipped with what is required to function in the digital era. It outlines the reasons why a digital government is necessary.

Digital Skills Digital infrastructure Innovation
Kenya
2019
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

National Information and Infrastructure and Communication Policy (Implementation Plan 2012-2016)

Discusses the government's measures to implement ICT initiatives that are aimed at facilitating the development of the country.

Broadband Data Data collection Electronic commerce Gender Inclusiveness Digital infrastructure Interconnection Licensing Private sector Research and development Spectrum Universal access
Eswatini
2012
Regulation Data Governance
 

Draft Computer and Cyber Crime Bill

Regulatory measures with respect to cybercrime/cyber security

Gender
Eswatini
2013
Policy E-Government
 

E-Government Strategy for Swaziland 2013-2017

Collaborative measure initiated by the Commonwealth Secretariat to determine Eswatini's readiness for e-government.

Authentication Digital literacy Digital Government Electronic commerce Electronic records Electronic signature Legislative Framework Neutrality Private sector Taxation
Eswatini
2013
Policy E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Digital Government Master Plan 2021

Improve the collection, the production, the storing and release of data and news using the latest technology that is safe and efficient.

Competition Data Data Transmission Digital divide Digital Government ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Neutrality Private sector
Kiribati
2021
Policy E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Kiribati National Cybersecurity Strategy 2020

Interconnected and interdependence world of Information and Communication Technologies, Cybersecurity

Competition Data Data Transmission Digital divide Digital Government ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Neutrality Private sector
Kiribati
2020
Policy E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Cybercrime Act 2021

Prevention, investigation and suppression of computer related offences and for other connected purposes.

Competition Data Data Transmission Digital divide Digital Government ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Neutrality Private sector
Kiribati
2021
Policy Technology
 

National ICT Policy

Informs of the government's plans for the improvement of ICT in the country to foster economic development.

Competition Data Data Transmission Digital divide Digital Government ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Neutrality Private sector
Kiribati
2011
Regulation Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

Lesotho Electronic Transactions and Electronic Commerce Bill

The Bill provides for the regulation and facilitation of electronic communications and transaction.

Consent Data Digital signature Digital Government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic signature
Lesotho
2013
Policy Technology
 

ICT Policy for Lesotho

Sets out the government's national ICT strategy for the country in an effort to develop the country and its people.

Broadband Competition Digital divide Electronic networks ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Neutrality Private sector Transparency Universal access Youth
Lesotho
2005
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Lesotho National Broadband Policy 2014-2018

Government's strategy for promoting and facilitating broadband expansion and utilisation by both public and private sectors.

Broadband Data Digital Government Digital infrastructure Private sector
Lesotho
2014
Regulation Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions and Cyber security Act

The Act makes provision for the use of electronic transactions and also for matters relating to cyber security and misuse of data.

Consent Data Data privacy Electronic commerce Electronic networks
Malawi
2016
Policy Technology
 

National ICT Policy

Sets out Malawi's development agenda for the information age

Competition Data Processing Digital Government Electronic communication Electronic evidence ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Internet Private sector Research and development Transparency Universal access
Malawi
2013
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

Digital Economy Strategy

Digital Economy Strategy to improve connectivity by 2026

Broadband Data Digital Government Digital infrastructure Private sector
Malawi
2020
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

National Broadband Strategy 2019-2023

Realistic and appropriate targets for broadband service delivery in Malawi for the period of the Strategy separated between urban and rural areas.

Broadband Wireless
Malawi
2019
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Cybersecurity Strategy

ICT has become a critical driver for socio-economic development, with the deployment and adoption of ICTs across the nation resulting in noteworthy improvements in all aspects of lives and institutional operations in the nation.

Broadband Data Digital Government Digital infrastructure Private sector
Malawi
2020
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Digital Government Strategy

To support provision of seamless public services that are convenient and accessible through institutional strengthening, capacity building and leveraging integrated digital systems and platforms.

Broadband Data Digital Government Digital infrastructure Private sector
Malawi
2019
Policy Technology
 

National Internet of Things Strategic Roadmap

The document focuses on the intention to position Malaysia as a regional internet of things hub and to create a national internet of things ecosystem that will be a source of economic growth for the country.

Data Data privacy Data security Innovation Interoperability Internet of Things Internet Platform
Malaysia
2014
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

National Broadband Implementation Strategy (National Broadband Initiative)

A national strategy that will bring broadband to the whole nation

Broadband Digital divide Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Mobile Private sector Public-private partnerships Universal access Wi-Fi Wireless
Malaysia
2010
Policy Infrastructure
 

National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP)

A plan that aims to put in place robust, pervasive, high quality and affordable digital connectivity for the well-being of the people and progress of the country

Broadband Competition Digital divide Digital infrastructure Electronic commerce Electronic networks Internet Mobile Optical fibre Satellite Spectrum Transparency Universal access Wireless
Malaysia
2019
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Public Sector ICT Strategy 2016-2020

a 5-year plan that outlines the strategic direction of the implementation of ICT practices and policies in the public sector.

Broadband Digital divide Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Mobile Private sector Public-private partnerships Universal access Wi-Fi Wireless
Malaysia
2016
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Digital Economy Blueprint

a national initiative which symbolises the aspirations of the Government to successfully transform Malaysia into a digitally-driven, high income nation and a regional leader in digital economy.

Broadband Digital divide Digital Government Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Mobile Private sector Public-private partnerships Universal access Wi-Fi Wireless
Malaysia
2021
Regulation Infrastructure
 

Access instruments1. Commission Determination on Access List, Determination No. 2 of 20152. Commission Determination on the Mandatory Standard on Access, Determination No. 3 of 20163. Commission Determination on the Mandatory Standard on Access Pricing, Determination No. 1 of 2017

1. Sets out the wholesale services to be regulated.2. Sets out the non-pricing terms and conditions for regulated wholesale services.3. Sets out the pricing terms and conditions for regulated wholesale services

Broadband Competition Electronic networks Digital infrastructure Digital Technology ICT services Innovation
Malaysia
2015, 2017, 2018
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

National e-Commerce Strategic Roadmap (NeSR) 2016 -2020

The National e-Commerce Strategic Roadmap (NeSR) is a key guiding document in ensuring the right trajectory for the development of the e-Commerce ecosystem in Malaysia. The initial target of the NeSR is to elevate Malaysia’s e-Commerce profile with annual growth rates expected to reach more than 20%, and GDP contribution reaching as high as RM170 billion by 2020.

Digital ecosystem Digital Technology Electronic commerce Legislative Framework Private sector Procurement
Malaysia
2016
Policy Digital Economy Inclusion Infrastructure Skills
 

Digital Malta: National Digital Strategy 2014-2020

This document outlines Malta's Digital Strategy from 2014 through to 2020, and focuses on addressing current ICT challenges and creating digital citizens, digital businesses and digital government

Big Data Broadband Cloud-Based Services Competition Data Data privacy Digital literacy Digital Skills Digital Technology Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Intellectual property rights Internet Mobile Private sector Supply chain Transparency Wi-Fi Wireless Youth
Malta
2014
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Commerce Act

Makes provision in relation to e-commerce and to provide for matters connected therewith or ancillary thereto.

Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts
Malta
2002
Regulation Data Governance
 

Data Protection Act

To ensure the protection of personal data by public and private bodies and for other incidental connected purposes.

Data Data Processing Data Protection Data Subject Personal Data
Malta
2018
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for legal requirements with respect to electronic transactions

Authentication Digital signature Electronic commerce Electronic contracts Electronic records Electronic signature
Mauritius
2000
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

National Broadband Policy 2012-2020 (NBP2012)

This documents contains the overall objectives of the Government towards establishing a solid and reliable broadband service for the country which they have deemed i-Mauritius and also sets out the strategies for achieving this.

Broadband Competition Consent Data Digital literacy Digital infrastructure Innovation Mobile Private sector Spectrum Transparency Universal access Youth
Mauritius
2012
Policy E-Government Infrastructure Technology
 

Digital Mauritius 2030 Strategic Plan

This is a roadmap setting out plans for the country to enable the population to live in a technologically driven society; and to boost the digital economy and broaden the delivery of public service.

Artificial Intelligence Authentication Big Data Cloud-Based Services Data Data sharing Digital divide Digital signature Digital Government Emerging technologies Digital infrastructure Innovation Interoperability Internet of Things Internet Platform Procurement Research and development Satellite
Mauritius
2018
Policy Data Governance E-Government Inclusion
 

Digital Government Transformation Strategy 2018-2022

The purpose of this document is to map plans to achieve full digital transformation of the Government

Authentication Data Data privacy Digital Ecosystem Digital product Digital Skills Digital Technology Inclusiveness Interoperability Mobile Open data Private sector Procurement Transparency
Mauritius
2018
Policy Data Governance
 

Cybercrime Strategy 2017-2019

To enhance the Government efforts to tackle cybercrime by providing a more effective law enforcement and criminal justice response

Digital infrastructure Private sector Public-private partnerships
Mauritius
2017
Regulation Data Governance
 

The Data Protection Act, amended 2017

To ensure the protection of personal data by public and private bodies and for other incidental connected purposes.

Consent Data Data Processing Data Protection Data security Data Subject Personal Data
Mauritius
2017
Regulation Data Governance
 

The Computer Misuse and Cybercrime Act

Provides for computer misuse and cybercrimes to be a statutory offence.

Data
Mauritius
2003
Policy Data Governance Skills Technology
 

Mauritius Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy

Government approach to using AI as a driver of development

Artificial Intelligence Blockchain Data Data Protection Emerging technologies Internet of Things Internet Mobile Open data
Mauritius
2018
Policy Data Governance
 

National Open Data Policy

Approaches to managing government data and providing access to data as open data

Data Data Protection Data privacy Dataset Open data Personal Data Transparency
Mauritius
2017
Policy Data Governance
 

National Cyber Security Strategy 2014-2019

Strategies to respond to cyber threats and measures to protect cyber security

Data Data Protection Data privacy Digital Government Digital infrastructure Private sector Procurement Public-private partnerships Research and development Risk management Spectrum
Mauritius
2014
Regulation E-Trade Facilitation Technology
 

Information and Communication Technologies Act 2001, amended December 2018

Legislation for monitoring and regulating the ICT industry

Competition Data Interconnection Internet Licensing Private sector Research and development Spectrum
Mauritius
2018
Policy E-Government E-Trade Facilitation
 

Mauritius e-Government Strategy 2013-2017

The application of e-government for interactions within government and between government and businesses and citizens

Cloud-based services Data Data sharing Dataset Digital signature Digital Government Mobile Platform Procurement Transparency
Mauritius
2013
Policy Technology
 

National Open Source Software Strategy for the Republic of Mauritius

Guide Mauritius in fostering an open information society that is non-excusive, non-discriminatory, and provide a common platform for collaboration and to upgrade the use of ICT through new open concepts

Big Data Cloud-Based Services Data Digital Government Digital Technology ICT services Innovation Interoperability Mobile Open data Platform Private sector Smart cities Source code
Mauritius
2014
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

National Broadcasting Policy

The aim of this Policy is to provide Namibia with a clear vision and policy direction that will drive national development in the years ahead

Broadband Competition Consent Data Digital literacy Digital infrastructure Innovation Mobile Private sector Spectrum Transparency Universal access Youth
Namibia
2009
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

National ICT Policy 2008

The aim of this Policy is to provide Namibia with clear policy guidelines for development in the years ahead.

Broadband Competition Consent Data Digital literacy Digital infrastructure Innovation Mobile Private sector Spectrum Transparency Universal access Youth
Namibia
2008
Policy Technology
 

Telecommunications Policy for the Republic of Namibia

To ensure the growth of ICT in the country

Big Data Cloud-based services Data Digital government Digital technology ICT services Innovation Interoperability Mobile Open data Platform Private sector Smart cities Source code
Namibia
2009
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions and Communications Bill

Provides regulatory measures for electronic transactions and communications

Electronic commerce
Namibia
Unknown
Regulation Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Cybercrime Act 2015

Provides for the prevention and investigation of computer related crimes

Broadband Competition Consent Data Digital literacy Digital infrastructure Innovation Mobile Private sector Spectrum Transparency Universal access Youth
Nauru
2015
Policy Infrastructure
 

National Sustainable Development Strategy 2005-2025

Concentrates on the sustainable development of the country and includes plans to develop ICT infrastructure

Digital infrastructure
Nauru
2005
Regulation Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Ultrafast Broadband Initiative: Five Point Government Action Plan for Faster Broadband

Outlines details of the structure and process of the Government's $1.5 billion investment in ultrafast broadband

Broadband Digital infrastructure
New Zealand
2009
Regulation E-Government Technology
 

Artificial Intelligence: Shaping a Future New Zealand

Analyses the potential impact of artificial intelligence on society in New Zealand

Artificial Intelligence
New Zealand
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Content Strategy for data.govt.nz

Speaks to how the Government will create and sustain good web content for data.govt.nz

Data Open data
New Zealand
2019
Regulation Skills
 

The Digital Strategy: Creating our Digital Future

Sets out how New Zealand will create a digital future for all citizens by using information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance all aspects of their life

Digital literacy
New Zealand
2005
Regulation Technology
 

Government ICT Strategy 2015

Outlines the New Zealand Government's plan for digital change

Artificial Intelligence Cloud-based services Data Digital financial systems and services Digital government Digital skills Digital technology Emerging Technology ICT services IT-enabled services Innovation Internet of Things Legislative framework Mobile Open data Private sector Procurement Research and development (R&D)
New Zealand
2015
Regulation Data Governance
 

New Zealand's Cyber Security Strategy

Focuses on the government's plans to create secure and resilient online services for the country. It therefore sets out what the government will do, working in partnership with the private sector, to prevent and respond to cyber security threats.

Private sector
New Zealand
2015
Policy Technology
 

Building a Digital Nation

Sets out the main characteristics of a Digital Nation and outlines the key areas and projects New Zealand is focusing on to become a leading Digital Nation. The policy statement was incorporated into New Zealand’s wider Economic Plan for a Productive, Sustainable and Inclusive Economy, published in September 2019.

Artificial Intelligence Cloud-based services Data Digital financial systems and services Digital government Digital skills Digital technology Emerging Technology ICT services IT-enabled services Innovation Internet of Things Legislative framework Mobile Open data Private sector Procurement Research and development (R&D)
New Zealand
2017
Regulation Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Agritech Industry Transformation Plan 2020

Overview ofthe agritech sector in New Zealand andoutlines a series of actions to accelerateits growth.

Agriculture Data analysis
New Zealand
2020
Policy E-Trade Facilitation Infrastructure
 

Nigeria's National Broadband Plan 2013-2018

Outlines the government's plans to improve broadband in the country in an effort to foster economic development

Broadband Data transmission Digital literacy Digital infrastructure Interconnection Last mile access Mobile Private sector Satellite Spectrum Transparency Wireless
Nigeria
2013
Policy Inclusion Technology
 

National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policy

Sets out the government's national ICT strategy for the country in an effort to develop the country and its people

Broadband Data Digital divide Digital financial systems Digital literacy Digital government ICT services Digital infrastructure Interconnection Internet Licensing Spectrum Taxation Universal access Wireless Youth
Nigeria
2012
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrime Act

"The Act provides an effective, unified and comprehensive legal, regulatory and institutional framework for the prohibition, prevention, detection, prosecution and punishment of cybercrimes in Nigeria. This act also ensures the protection of critical national information infrastructure, and promotes cybersecurity and the protection of computer systems and networks, electronic communications, data and  computer programs, intellectual property and privacy rights."

Legislative Framework Data Electronic Crimes
Nigeria
2015
Regulation Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Bill

Provides regulatory measures for electronic transactions and communications

Consent Data Data processing Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic signature Personal data
Nigeria
2017
Policy Infrastructure
 

National Broadband Programme 2007

n/a

Broadband
Pakistan
2007
Regulation Data Governance
 

Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act

Provides regulatory measures for electronic crimes

Data Data transmission Electronic crimes Digital infrastructure
Pakistan
2016
Policy Data Governance E-Government E-Trade Facilitation Electronic Transactions Inclusion Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

Digital Pakistan Policy

Outlines the government's plans regarding digitization

Artificial Intelligence Authentication Big Data Cloud-based services Competition Data Data analytics Data protection Data privacy Data security Digital divide Digital ecosystem Digital signature Digital skills Electronic commerce Emerging Technology Digital infrastructure Innovation Interoperability Internet of Things Internet Mobile Personal data Private sector Research and development Smart cities Transparency Virtual reality Youth
Pakistan
2018
Policy E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Information Technology Policy of Pakistan

Outlines Pakistan's plan to provide an enabling environment for IT development

Authentication Automation Data Data processing Digital signature Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Internet IT-enabled services Private sector Satellite Transparency
Pakistan
2016
Policy Inclusion Technology
 

National Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Policy

Outlines the government's plans regarding ICT

Competition Data transmission Digital divide Digital infrastructure Inclusiveness Innovation Mobile Private sector Public-private partnerships
Papua New Guinea
2008
Policy Infrastructure
 

National Broadband Policy

Provides an over-arching framework with settings to ensure that demand-side and supply-side aspects of broadband infrastructure, applications, services, access and usage are best optimised to meet the objectives and targets contained in the Policy and associated Strategic Action Plan. The Policy is a major part of the overall national ICT policy.

Broadband Competition Data Digital infrastructure Electronic commerce Internet Logistics Mobile Private sector Public-private partnerships Taxation
Papua New Guinea
2013
Policy E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Cybercrime Policy

Provides regulatory measures for cybercrime and computer misuse

Data Electronic commerce
Papua New Guinea
2014
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

National Payments System Act

Act to establish the National Payment System and to empower the Central Bank to regulate and oversee the National Payment System and for related purposes

Electronic payment systems
Papua New Guinea
2013
Policy e-Agriculture
 

Papua New Guinea E-agriculture Strategy (2017-2023)

The vision of the strategy is to see the Papua New Guinea agricultural sector transformedby innovative information and communicationTechnology, by 2023

Infrastructure Skills Technology
Papua New Guinea
2018
Policy Electronic Transactions
 

Directive on Electronic Fund Transfers 02/2019

Establishes the rules to protect persons that are users of payment instruments and facilities employing electronic devices or facilities

Consent Data processing Data transmission Interoperability Internet Mobile
Papua New Guinea
2019
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrime Bill

Provides legislation for cybercrime and the misuse of information/data

Data
Rwanda
2018
Policy E-Government Infrastructure
 

SMART Rwanda Master plan 2015-2020

The SMART Rwanda Master Plan, 2015-2020 describes how priorities and environmental factors will shape the country's ICT services. It also outlines Rwanda's major ICT prioities for the five-year period from 2015 to 2020.

Big Data Broadband Data Electronic records ICT services Digital Infrastructure Innovation Internet Mobile Open data Platform Private sector Public-private partnerships Transparency
Rwanda
2015
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Rwanda Law No. 18/2010 (E-Signatures & Transactions)

n/a

Rwanda
2010
Regulation Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

National ICT4Ag Strategy 2016-2020

The strategy outlines the objectives, projects and programs required to implement the national ICT4RAg Strategy over the next five years (2016 – 2020).

Agriculture Data analysis
Rwanda
2016
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

This is an Act to facilitate the use of electronic transactions and for others matters connected thereto

Consent Electronic records Electronic signature
Samoa
2008
Policy Data Governance
 

Samoa National Cybersecurity Strategy 2016-2021

Sets out the Samoan Government's plans for cyber security through to 2021

Data Data collection Electronic crimes Electronic evidence Digital infrastructure Internet Mobile Private sector
Samoa
2016
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Samoa National Broadband Policy

Outline the Samoan Government's broadband plans

Broadband Data Data transmission Digital government Digital infrastructure Internet Optical fibre Private sector Public-private partnerships Transparency Wireless
Samoa
2012
Policy E-Governance Infrastructure Technology
 

Samoa National ICT Policy 2012-2017

This document is intended to to provide an overarching framework to harmonize and align the national ICT priorities of various industry sectors and government ministries

Digital ecosystem Digital Skills Digital Infrastructure Digital Technology
Samoa
2012
Policy Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

National ICT Policy

Guides ICT development, accessibility and its utilisation on a national scale to meet the challenges of the information age

Competition Electronic commerce Gender ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Intellectual property rights Internet Private sector Research and development
Seychelles
2010
Policy Technology
 

National ICT Policy

Maps the ways in which ICT can be used to achieve the basic development objectives of Sierra Leone

Broadband Data Data processing Data protection Data privacy Electronic commerce Emerging Technology Encryption ICT services Digital infrastructure Internet Licensing Mobile Private sector Transparency Universal access Wireless
Sierra Leone
2009
Regulation Infrastructure
 

Cybersecurity Act

To require or authorise the taking of measures to prevent, manage and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents; to regulate owners of critical information infrastructure; and to regulate cybersecurity service providers.

Digital infrastructure Licensing
Singapore
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Computer Misuse Act

To make provisions for securing computer material against unauthorised access or modification

Data Licensing Personal data
Singapore
1993
Regulation Data Governance E-Governance Infrastructure
 

Public Sector Governance Act

To provide for a consistent governance framework across public bodies in Singapore and to support a whole-of-government approach to the delivery of services in the Singapore public sector.

Data Dataset Data sharing
Singapore
2018
Regulation Data Governance
 

Personal Data Protection Act

Governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal data by private sector organisations.

Consent Data Data protection Personal data
Singapore
2012
Policy E-Government Infrastructure
 

eGov2015: Connecting People. Enriching Lives.

Outlines Singapore's plans to transform the government to an e-government platform from 2011 through to 2015

Broadband Cloud-based services Data Data sharing Dataset Digital government Digital infrastructure Platform
Singapore
2011
Regulation Technology
 

Telecommunications Act

An Act to provide for the operations and provisions of telecommunication systems and services in Singapore.

ICT services Licensing
Singapore
1999
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides a legal foundation for and gives certainty to electronic transactions

Authentication Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic documents Electronic records Electronic signature
Singapore
1998, and repealed and updated in 2010.
Policy Digital Economy
 

Digital Economy Framework for Action

The Digital Economy Framework for Action seeks to enablebusinesses to digitally transform, empower workers through new digital competencies,and create digitally connected ecosystems. This plan is aligned with the Smart Nation vision and complements the 23 Industry Transformation maps, outlining a plan of action to enhance Singapore’s digital competitiveness and become a global node in Asia. It encourages private-public collaboration and partnership to strengthen local digital capabilities, deepen innovation and facilitate access to the digital economies globally.

Artificial Intelligence Data privacy Data protection Digital ecosystem Digital infrastructure Digital skills Digital technology Innovation Private sector Public-private partnerships
Singapore
2018
Policy Technology
 

Model AI Governance Framework (Model Framework) and accompanying Implementation and Self-Assessment Guide for Organisations (ISAGO) and Compendium of Use Cases (Compendium)

The Model Framework translates ethical principles into pragmatic measures that businesses can adopt voluntarily, so that businesses have a ready-to-use tool to help deploy AI in a responsible manner.

Artificial Intelligence
Singapore
First edition of Model Framework launched in January 2019,Second edition, ISAGO and Compendium launched in January 2020.
Policy Inclusion
 

Digital Readiness Blueprint

The Digital Readiness Blueprint sets out the strategies for building a digitally ready society in support of Singapore’s Smart Nation vision.

Digital literacy Digital technology Inclusiveness
Singapore
2018
Policy E-Government Technology
 

Information Communication Technology Policy

The aim of the National ICT Policy is to provide policy to direct changes that benefit people and organizations in Solomon Islands, which: Can in practice be implemented to yield tangible benefits for Solomon Islands; and Can be monitored, evaluated and improved on, consistent with the methods favoured by the Solomon Islands Government and its principal development partners.

Digital ecosystem Digital Skills Digital Infrastructure Digital Technology
Solomon Islands
2017
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrimes and Cybersecurity Bill

Creates offences and imposes penalties as it relates to cybercrime

Data Data storage Electronic communication Digital infrastructure
South Africa
2016
Policy Infrastructure
 

South Africa Broadband Policy - South Africa Connect

Outlines South Africa's broadband plans

Broadband
South Africa
2013
Policy E-Government Inclusion
 

National e-Government Strategy and Roadmap

The vision for this strategy is to digitise government services while transforming South Africa into an inclusive digital society where all citizens can benefit from the opportunities offered by digital and mobile Technology to improve their quality of life. The strategy aims to optimise service delivery that provides universal access to government information and services anytime and anywhere.

Big Data Cloud-based services Data Digital government Inclusiveness Innovation Internet of Things Internet Legislative framework Mobile Monitoring and evaluation Universal access
South Africa
2017
Policy Inclusion Technology
 

National Integrated ICT Policy White Paper

Outlines the government’s commitment to building a more inclusive society in order to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality in the country by 2030

Broadband Competition Digital divide Digital literacy Electronic communication Inclusiveness Innovation Legislative framework
South Africa
2016
Regulation E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Electronic Communications and Transactions Act

Provides for the facilitation and regulation of electronic communications and transactions, and the development of a national e-strategy for the Republic. It also promotes universal access to electronic communications and transactions, human resource development in electronic transactions and the prevention of abuse of information systems; and encourages the use of e-government services.

Data Digital government Electronic communication Electronic signature Digital infrastructure Innovation Neutrality Private sector Technical assistance Universal access
South Africa
2002
Policy E-Government
 

National Digital and Future Skills Strategy 2020

In the briefing and consultation sessions held across government in 2019, a few key questions wereasked, such as: What actual digital skills should the strategy focus on? Is there a clearly definable setof digital skills that can or should be set down in a strategy document that should be given attention bygovernment, or encouraged by government, through funding and other mechanisms? Setting downspecific digital skills may be a narrow approach, rather than a strategic approach to digital skillsdevelopment, given that digital skills apply to any and every aspect of economic endeavour and socialactivity. If the world is indeed experiencing a skills revolution, then it is impossible to limit the landscapeof skills development to a choice or selection of particular skills over and above others, as it would beimpossible to predict which skills will be most needed.Therefore, the strategy sets out many layers at which digital skills should be given attention, and manymechanisms for advancing digital skills. It consciously avoids setting out specific digital skills, as suchan approach would risk excluding continuously emerging new areas of skills development and newareas of technology application. The strategy does refer (see Figure 5.2) to digital technology fields andnew job descriptors, but this represents only a sample of the real technology fields and a very smallsample of job descriptions. It can be argued that every job either is changing or will change, as digitalTechnology penetrate more and more economic and social activities. Therefore, the strategy has abroad focus, with a few key targeted directions. Most importantly, the strategy considers the need for (i)a diversity of digital skills, (ii) priority skills areas, and (iii) convergence of digital skills with subject matterknowledge, for example in the case of digital health professionals. While priority areas for digital skillscan be supported in the short term, and revised on a regular basis as the nature of skills demand andsupply changes, the real strength of any national strategy lies in the diversity of skills produced, givingthe country the capacity to adjust and adapt to local and global skills demand cycles. The emphasismust be on diversity with respect to skills, with respect to the skills development programmes andassociated curricula, and with respect to jobs and forms of employment.The strategy highlights three Strategic Implications for the success of its implementation; that is (1)implication for economy, society and education which calls on the education sectors inclusive of SETAsto build a strong focus and invest in digital skills as well as invest in the development of digital innovationskills, including in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, postal services, and health services to mention afew. (2) Cybersecurity which emphasises on encouraging equal attention to cybersecurity skills as toany other digital skills. Programming for cybersecurity should be encouraged as learning programmesat various levels through the school and post-school years, and using mechanisms from self-learning toshort courses and of course degree programmes. (3) Monitoring and evaluation is emphasised as amechanism to build strong resilience for the successful implementation of the strategy.This gazette is also available free online at www.gpwonline.co.za12 No. 43730 GOVERNMENT GAZE

Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic contracts
South Africa
2020
Regulation Data Governance
 

Protection of Personal Information Act

The purpose of the Act is to— To promote the protection of personal information processed by public and private bodies; to introduce certain conditions so as to establish minimum requirements for the processing of personal information; to provide for the establishment of an Information Regulator to exercise certain powers and to perform certain1 duties and functions in terms of this Act and the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000; to provide for the issuing of codes of conduct; to provide for the rights of persons regarding unsolicited electronic communications and automated decision making; to regulate the flow of personal information across the borders of the Republic.

Data Data processing Data protection Data subject Personal information
South Africa
2013
Regulation Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

This is an Act to recognize and facilitate the formation of contracts, the creation and exchange of data messages, electronic documents, electronic records and other communications in electronic form in Sri Lanka.

Data Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic records
Sri Lanka
2006
Regulation
 

Computer Crime Act

Provides for the identification of computer crime and outlines the procedure for the investigation and prevention of such crimes as well as matters connected therewith

Data Data processing
Sri Lanka
2007
Policy Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Sri Lanka E-agriculture Strategy.

the sri lanka e-agriculture strategy lays down a roadmap by which information communication technology (ict) developments can significantly contribute towards achievement of the countryÄË€â„Ës agricultural vision and development objectives. it integrates ict experiments under a collaborative and inclusive framework while prioritizing solutions that can be scaled up and supported through the required ecosystem. this document provides an analysis and evaluation of current and prospective roles of ict in agriculture in sri lanka, lays down a vision for e-agriculture in the country and recommends specific actions plans. the strategy document has been prepared based on the framework proposed by the fao and the international telecommunication union (itu) the strategy has been prepared through extensive research and stakeholder consultation from multiple sectors and has taken into consideration the fact that ict would influence peoples life from many different aspects, not only agriculture, and will act as an efficiency multiplier that enables people and processes to achieve higher level of efficiency, efficacy and enhance the overall quality of life. it leverages on the existing ict developments that impact agriculture in sri lanka and aims to mainstream it. innovations in ict is happening at a very fast pace and this document has captured the effects of future disruptive Technology and recommends roadmap for adoption and evolution of current ict initiatives, to be relevant and useful in future. the cross-sectoral nature of agriculture as well as icts requires formal mechanisms for collaboration amongst critical stakeholders. a leadership committee, steering committee and task force structure has been proposed to guide the implementation (section 3.1). the strategy is guided by the agriculture policy framework and national agriculture policy framework and national food production programme (2016-18) documents published by the ministry of agriculture (moa), sri lanka, which identifies the following priority objectives for the agriculture sector: achieve self-sufficiency in food crops, which may grow locally and save foreign exchange on imports of those food items; increase availability of safe food by promoting eco-friendly practices and minimizing agro chemicals and pesticides in food crop production; ensure food security through appropriate management of buffer stocks; introducing and implementing agro-ecological region based food crop cultivation programs; increase the productivity of crop production through appropriate Technology; äźâ€šâ· establish proper coordination among all agricultural stakeholders in the local food production process and connect all schools, civil organizations and general public to the program; provide quality inputs for production and establish proper marketing mechanism for their products; ensure building a healthy nation. the strategy aims to address these challenges and in doing so envision achieving excellence in adopting e-solutions to transform agriculture for national prosperity. it specifies a set of e-agriculture outcomes (section 7.1) and makes the following strategic recommendations. 1: increase the availability and accuracy of agricultural information by creating, updating, analyzing and linking critical databases. 2: develop accessible, affordable and secure ict platforms, networks and devices with enhanced sensing, hosting, analytical, identification, tracking and communicating features. 3: improve the awareness, education and skills of farmers, extension staff, livestock herders and other sector end-users by creating and disseminating credible agricultural knowledge remotely. 4: reduce the demand-supply gap, and enhance outreach and profitability of sri lankan products and services through vibrant e-agriculture market places and efficient logistics. 5: improve the research capability, quality, credibility and reach of extension advisory using icts. 6: promote innovation in e-agriculture services. 7: reduce the individual risks of agriculture sector stakeholders (creating early warning systems and agricultural disaster alerts). 8: improve the financing, investing and banking outreach to agriculture sector leveraging on electronic and mobile Technology. 9: improve the existing framework of policies, legislation, regulations and guidelines critical for e-agriculture and ensure its effectiveness implementation. the strategy is guided by the agriculture policy framework and national agriculture policy framework and national food production programme (2016-18) documents published by the ministry of agriculture (moa), sri lanka, which identifies the following priority objectives for the agriculture sector: achieve self-sufficiency in food crops, which may grow locally and save foreign exchange on imports of those food items; increase availability of safe food by promoting eco-friendly practices and minimizing agro chemicals and pesticides in food crop production; ensure food security through appropriate management of buffer stocks; introducing and implementing agro-ecological region based food crop cultivation programs; increase the productivity of crop production through appropriate Technology; establish proper coordination among all agricultural stakeholders in the local food production process and connect all schools, civil organizations and general public to the program; provide quality inputs for production and establish proper marketing mechanism for their products; ensure a healthy nation.

Agricultural & rural development
Sri Lanka
2016
Policy Data Governance Technology
 

National ICT Plan

Sets out the government's national ICT strategy for the country

Broadband Competition Data Data processing Data protection Data privacy Digital government Electronic communication Electronic contracts Innovation Internet IT-enabled services Procurement
Saint Kitts and Nevis
2006
Regulation E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Establishes the legal principles applicable to the conduct of electronic commerce and the processing, verification and attribution of electronic records. The Act also provides for the approval, registration and liabilities of service providers and for incidental and connected purposes.

Data Data processing Data transmission Digital government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Electronic records Electronic signature
Saint Kitts and Nevis
2011
Policy Technology
 

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Sector Strategy & Action Plan

Outlines plans to develop the ICT industry for the country

Broadband Data Data protection Data privacy Electronic evidence ICT services Private sector Procurement Wi-Fi Youth
Saint Lucia
2016
Policy Skills
 

ICT in Education Policy and Strategy for St. Lucia: 2017-2020

This policy is specific to ICT in the education sector

Digital infrastructure Internet Monitoring and evaluation Wireless
Saint Lucia
2017
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Bill

Gives legal effect to, and otherwise provides for, the regulation of electronic communication and related matters

Consent Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic signature
Saint Lucia
2007
Policy Infrastructure
 

St. Lucia National Broadband Policy and Plan 2013-2018

Saint Lucia is pursuing several programmes and projects to achieve its national ICT vision and goals over the next five years

Broadband Competition Data Data sharing Digital divide Digital government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Digital infrastructure Innovation Interconnection Internet Mobile Neutrality Procurement Spectrum Universal access Wireless
Saint Lucia
2013
Policy Technology
 

National Information and Communication Technology: Strategy and Action Plan 2010-2015

Outlines the mechanisms, including the enabling policy framework, and the programmes and projects that need to be implemented over the period of 5 years

Broadband Digital divide Digital government Electronic commerce ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Internet Mobile
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
2010
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrime Bill

The legislation aims to provide for the creation of offences related to cybercrimes and for related matters;

Data Electronic Crimes
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
2016
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for the facilitation and regulation of electronic communications and transactions to prevent abuse of information systems and to provide for matters connected therewith

Data Data privacy Electronic communication
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
2007
Policy E-Government
 

St Vincent and the Grenadines e-Government Development Strategy Plan

Outlines the Government's intention to transform current services electronically

Authentication Automation Data Digital government
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
2012
Policy Inclusion Technology
 

National Information and Communications Technology Policy

Notes measures and mechanisms that are in place to accelerate broadband penetration and access, strengthen ICT security and standardization, enhance management and efficient utilization of spectrum and other scarce ICT resources, promote the business process outsourcing industry, enhance innovation in e-service and promote local content development and hosting, strengthening national capacity in protection of cyberspace users

Broadband Competition Digital divide Digital government Gender ICT services Digital infrastructure Innovation Neutrality Private sector Public-private partnerships Research and development Spectrum Universal access
Tanzania
2016
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for the legal recognition of electronic transactions, e-government services, the use of ICT in the collection of evidence, admissibility of electronic evidence, facilitation of the use of secure electronic signatures, and other related matters

Authentication Consent Data Digital government Electronic communication Electronic contracts Electronic evidence Electronic signature
Tanzania
2015
Regulation Data Governance
 

Cybercrimes Act

Makes provisions for criminalizing offences related to computer systems and ICT; and provides for investigation, collection and use of electronic evidence and for other related matters

Data Data transmission Electronic evidence Digital infrastructure
Tanzania
2015
Regulation Infrastructure Technology
 

Electronic and Postal Communications Regulations 2020

On 17 July 2020, the Tanzanian Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports published the Electronic and Postal Communications (Online Content) Regulations, 2020 (2020 Online Content Regulations) which replace the Electronic and Postal Communications (Online Content) Regulations published on 16 March 2018 (2018 Online Content Regulations).The 2020 Online Content Regulations came into force immediately upon publication. They are, for the most part, similar to the 2018 Online Content Regulations, with certain key exceptions as follows below.

Broadband Competition Data Data sharing Digital divide Digital government Electronic commerce Electronic communication Digital infrastructure Innovation Interconnection Internet Mobile Neutrality Procurement Spectrum Universal access Wireless
Tanzania
2020
Regulation Data Governance
 

Computer Crimes Bill

Makes provision for the misuse of computer data

Data Data storage
Tonga
2019
Policy Technology
 

National Information and Communications Technology Policy

n/a

Tonga
2008
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Gives legal effect to electronic documents, electronic records, electronic signatures and electronic transactions

Authentication Data Data privacy Electronic commerce Electronic records Electronic signature Digital infrastructure
Trinidad and Tobago
2012
Policy E-Government Infrastructure Skills Technology
 

National ICT Plan ICT Blueprint 2018-2022

Provides a five-year national plan for the development of ICT from 2018 to 2022

Broadband Data Data analytics Data processing Data protection Digital divide Digital literacy Electronic commerce Inclusiveness Digital infrastructure Innovation Platform Private sector Procurement Spectrum Wi-Fi
Trinidad and Tobago
2018
Policy E-Trade Facilitation Electronic Transactions
 

National e-Commerce Strategy 2017-2021

Outlines the government's framework for development of e-commerce in Trinidad and Tobago over 3 years

Data Data protection Electronic commerce Digital infrastructure Platform Private sector Supply chain
Trinidad and Tobago
2017
Policy Infrastructure
 

Infrastructure Strategy and Investment Plan

Outlines general infrastructural development plans for the country

Competition ICT services Digital infrastructure Private sector
Tuvalu
2012
Regulation E-Government Electronic Transactions Infrastructure Technology
 

Electronic Transactions Act

Provides for the use, security, facilitation and regulation of electronic communications and transactions; and aims to encourage the use of e-government services

Authentication Data Digital government Electronic communication Electronic signature Innovation Neutrality
Uganda
2011
Regulation Digital Economy E-Government Infrastructure
 

Computer Misuse Act

Makes provision for the safety and security of electronic transactions and information systems

Broadband Consent Data Data protection Electronic communication Digital infrastructure Mobile Personal data Spectrum
Uganda
2011
Regulation Data Governance
 

Electronic Signatures Act

Makes provision for electronic signatures amd to regulate the use of electronic signatures

Data Digital signature Electronic signature
Uganda
2011
Policy Infrastructure
 

Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review

Examines the market and policy conditions that will enable greater investment in future telecoms infrastructure and sets out a national, long-term strategy for digital connectivity

Competition Electronic communication Digital infrastructure Mobile Spectrum
United Kingdom
2018
Regulation Digital Economy E-Government Infrastructure
 

Digital Economy Act

Makes provision for legal mechanisms concerning electronic communications infrastructure and services, restricting access to online pornography, protection of intellectual property in connection with electronic communications, and data-sharing

Broadband Consent Data Data protection Electronic communication Digital infrastructure Mobile Personal data Spectrum
United Kingdom
2017
Policy Infrastructure Technology
 

Government ICT Strategy

Sets outs the strategic direction of central government ICT and the key actions that will be delivered over 24 months.

Cloud-based services Data Digital infrastructure Innovation Platform Procurement Transparency
United Kingdom
2011
Policy Digital Economy
 

Digital Economy Strategy 2015-2018

Outlines how the government will spend £120 million to support business innovation in the digital economy over 4 years from 2015-2018

Consent Data privacy Data security Digital ecosystem Digital product Digital technology Inclusiveness Digital infrastructure Innovation Internet of Things Internet Mobile Open data Platform
United Kingdom
2015
Policy Digital Economy E-Government Infrastructure
 

National Cyber Security Strategy 2016-2021

Sets out the government's plan to make Britain secure and resilient in cyberspace

Data Private sector Research and development
United Kingdom
2016
Regulation Data Governance
 

Electronic Communications Act

Makes provision to facilitate the use of electronic communications and electronic data storage, the modification of licences granted under section 7 of the Telecommunications Act 1984, and for connected purposes

Data Data storage Electronic commerce Electronic communication
United Kingdom
2000
Regulation E-Government
 

Government Digital Strategy

Sets out how government will redesign its digital services so that people prefer to use them.

Data Platform
United Kingdom
2012 (updated 2013)
Policy E-Government Inclusion Infrastructure Technology
 

Vanuatu National Information and Communication Technology Policy

Focuses on the development of ICT for the betterment of the people and the development of the country

Data privacy Digital government Gender Digital infrastructure Internet Platform Private sector Wireless
Vanuatu
2013
Policy Data Governance
 

Vanuatu National Cybersecurity Policy

Provides for the development of measures to curtail cyber attacks

Electronic evidence Digital infrastructure Internet
Vanuatu
2013
Regulation Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

E-Business Act

To facilitate e-business activities by international companies

Data Data protection
Vanuatu
2006
Policy Data Governance Electronic Transactions
 

National Cybersecurity Strategy 2030

six National Priorities to strengthen National Security by responding to cyber-threats and issues in Vanuatu

Data Data protection
Vanuatu
2021
Policy E-Government
 

SMART Zambia eGovernment Masterplan 2018-2030

Outlines the Cabinet's approval in February 2019 of Zambia's eGovenment Masterplan.

Digital government Platform
Zambia
2019
Policy E-Government
 

Eight (8) Public Service ICT Standards

Outlines the Cabinet's approval in February 2019 of Zambia's eGovenment Public Service Standards.

Digital government
Zambia
2019
Regulation E-Government
 

Smart Zambia Initiative

Outlines the Zambian Government's strategic plan to cause Zambia to be ready holistically for cloud computing

Cloud-based services Digital government Digital infrastructure
Zambia
2015
Policy Data Governance E-Government Inclusion
 

Digital Identity Country Profile: Zambia

This is a country profile of Zambia outlining its digital identity aims for 2030

Digital identity Gender Mobile
Zambia
2019
Regulation Electronic Transactions
 

Electronic Communications and Transactions Act

Allows for the development of a safe, secure and effective environment for consumers, the business sector and the government to conduct and use electronic communications.

Data Electronic communication
Zambia
2009
Regulation Technology
 

The Information and Communication Technology Act

Provides for the regulation of information and communication technology

Cloud-based services Data Digital infrastructure Innovation Platform Procurement Transparency
Zambia
2009
Policy Inclusion Skills Technology
 

Zambia ICT Policy

Intended to ensure that Zambia be transformed into an information and knowledge based society and economy, supported by consistent development of access to ICT for all citizens by 2030

Digital divide Gender Private sector Research and development Youth
Zambia
2006