National Postal Policy
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4.4.2
The lack of a standardized physical address system also limits
attempts to increase productivity through the automation of
mail handling and application of other modern postal systems.
Policy Directions
Ensure the establishment and use of a comprehensive national
address system.
4.5
Policy Objective: Postal Security and Safety
To attain optimum security and safety in the provision of postal
services in the country.
4.5.1
The Issues
The postal services are faced with increased threats from modern
day terrorism, as well as the prohibited dissemination of narcotics
contraband and other undesirable articles. Theft, loss and violation
of postal items is currently on the decline but remains a major
concern.
4.5.2
Policy Directions
Ensure there is security and safety in the provision of postal services.
4.6
Policy Objective: Capacity Building
To have a skilled and efficient human resources base that will
effectively deliver the increasingly diversified postal services in
the changing environment.
4.6.1
The Issues
There are inadequate skills to handle technological development
and the emerging complex logistics in the postal sector and,
inadequate commercial orientation in the market place.
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