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Information Communication Technologies (ICT) Deputy Minister Dingimuzi Phuti has issued a rallying cry for the urgent promotion of ICT literacy and digital visualization skills, particularly among marginalized populations.
Speaking at the Business Times 2nd Annual Telecommunications Conference and Exhibition in Harare,minister Phuti emphasized that access to digital tools and knowledge is no longer a privilege, but a right .
The minister’s vision is part of Zimbabwe’s broader push towards a digitally inclusive future, as outlined in the country’s Vision 2030 plan. This plan aims to transform Zimbabwe into an upper-middle-income society by 2030, with ICTs playing a critical role in driving socioeconomic development .
To achieve this vision, the Deputy Minister highlighted several key areas of focus, including:https://youtu.be/M5JYd5VuljA?si=5bvH-CAi_WEO43e1
– Promoting ICT literacy and digital visualization skills: Especially among immigrants and marginalized populations, to ensure everyone has the digital competence needed to participate in the modern economy.
– Environmental sustainability: Implementing new policies around invoice and asset management to address the growing environmental impact of outdated and obsolete ICT devices.
– Cybersecurity: Strengthening cybersecurity formats to protect digital transactions, communications, and the infrastructure that sustains the digital economy.
– Collaboration: Fostering strategic partnerships between the government, private sector players, academia, and international partners to drive Zimbabwe’s digital transformation.
As Zimbabwe accelerates its digital transformation agenda, the importance of unity, foresight, and commitment cannot be overstated. By working together, Zimbabwe can create a connected, secure, and inclusive digital economy that benefits all its citizens.
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