3.6. ICT IN THE PRIORITY GROWTH SECTORS
The growth sectors of MGDS include Agriculture, Tourism and Mining. There is
potential for ICT to stimulate, modernise and sustain processes and systems in
agriculture, tourism and mining sectors.
Policy Statement 1: Government shall encourage the utilisation of ICTs in agrobusiness industry;
agricultural extension services; research in agricultural
production and processing.
Policy Statement 2: Government shall encourage the utilisation of ICTs to
ensure that Malawi’s presence as a unique and attractive tourist destination is
recognized on the global map through the provision of up-to-date tourism
information;
Policy Statement 3: Government shall ensure that ICTs are used to strengthen
sustainable natural resource and environmental management practices; Provide
access to geographical information on natural resources and wildlife habitats and
exact location and quantities of minerals;
Policy Statement 4: Government shall encourage the use of ICT to explore
marketing opportunities for Malawi’s products including exportable natural
resources products;
Policy Statement 5: Government shall promote the utilisation of ICTs in
environmental protection.
3.7. RESPONSIVE ICT LEGAL, REGULATORY AND INSTITUTIONAL
FRAMEWORK
The ICT Sector is a very dynamic sector that requires regular updates in
legislations and regulations.
Currently, Malawi’s Communications sector is
regulated by the Communications Act 1998, which only focuses on postal,
broadcasting and telecommunications.
Policy Statement 1: The policy will ensure that Government develops and
harmonises legal instruments to ensure that the ICT industry is regulated to
safeguard human rights, facilitate fair competition within the industry and
promote accountability to the public.
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