An Overview of Internet Developments and their Impact on E-Government in South Africa.
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Authors
Naidoo, Goonasagree
Singh, S
Levine, Niall
Issue Date
2011
Type
Book chapter
Language
en
Keywords
Internet Developments , E-Government , South-Africa
Alternative Title
Handbook of Research on E-Services in the Public Sector: E-Government Strategies and Advancements
Abstract
The usage of the internet has grown over recent years in South Africa but at a very slow rate. This is the
result of several challenges facing the growth of the Internet in South Africa. These challenges are mostly
related to the lack of infrastructure for the Internet, high cost of computer technology and service provider
challenges. The paper provides an overview of the Internet usage and its impact on E-Government in
South Africa. It examines regulatory issues pertaining to the Internet. It also examines Internet growth
in the business and government sectors. In the government sector, the Cape Online Strategy, is an initiative
by the provincial government of the Western Cape in SA, is an example of a global trend towards
greater levels of interactivity between government and citizens. This initiative is an excellent example of
how Web-based solutions can be used to deliver certain services to citizens. Another excellent example
is an E-justice initiative undertaken by the Department of Justice. The initiative aims at promoting a
more efficient system of Justice in SA. The paper also provides an overview of the challenges to Internet
adoption in South Africa.
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Naidoo, G, Singh, S & Levine, N., (2011). An overview of internet developments and their impact on e-government in South Africa. In: Handbook of Research on e-services in the public sector: e-government strategies and advancements. New York:: Information Science Reference, p. 63-77.
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978-1-61520-789-3