In this Policy, Government has defined priority areas that will have a huge impact
in the realization of an information society and knowledge-based economy.
As
Malawi implements the policy, the following benefits are expected to be realised:
job creation and foreign currency savings through local production of ICTbased products and services;
higher education status for the country due to the increased access to
education and learning materials at all levels of education;
lower doctor-patient ratios and improved access to medical care and
information;
diversified marketing opportunities and increased income for the country.
Some of the initiatives that will be implemented through this policy include
improvement of ICT infrastructure and connectivity to international internet
routes with increased internet bandwidth. These initiatives are intended to bring
down the cost of communication especially for the internet-based applications and
services.
Through this policy, Government will establish a legal and regulatory framework
to protect consumers of ICT products and services.
2. BROAD POLICY DIRECTION
2.1. OVERAL POLICY GOAL
The goal of the ICT Policy is to contribute to socio-economic development through
maximum integration of ICT in all sectors and the provision of ICT services to the
rural areas.
2.2. OVERAL POLICY OUTCOMES
The following outcomes will be realized after implementing this policy:
a.
Increased access to basic health and educational facilities; and increased skills
in ICT;
b.
Improved engagement of citizens, increased access to Government services
and improved Government transparency;
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