Tag: E-Government
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Nairobi Launches LiquorPay to Fast-Track Licensing and Cut Paperwork
Introduction: A Digital Leap for Nairobi’s Liquor Licensing Nairobi City Hall has unveiled LiquorPay, a fully automated digital platform designed to streamline liquor licensing and reduce the lengthy paperwork that has long slowed business in the capital. The move signals a broader shift toward e-government services, promising faster approvals, clearer timelines, and greater transparency for…
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Nairobi launches LiquorPay to streamline liquor licensing and cut paperwork
Introduction: A digital shift in Nairobi’s liquor licensing Nairobi’s City Hall has announced the rollout of LiquorPay, a fully automated digital platform designed to overhaul the city’s liquor licensing process. The initiative aims to replace manual paperwork with a streamlined, transparent system that speeds up approvals and reduces opportunities for bureaucratic delays. As Nairobi positions…
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Kenya Embraces WhatsApp for Tax Filing: KRA Launches 24/7 Digital Assistant
Introduction: A New Era of Tax Compliance in Kenya Kenya is taking a significant leap toward easier tax compliance with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) rolling out a 24/7 WhatsApp chatbot. This digital tool, designed to simplify filing, querying, and payment processes, marks a shift toward more accessible tax administration for individuals and businesses alike.…
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Kenya KRA Rolls Out WhatsApp Tax Filing Chatbot to Simplify Compliance
Kenya Embraces Digital Tax Compliance with WhatsApp Chatbot In a bold move to modernize tax administration, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is expanding its digital toolkit to make tax compliance more accessible and affordable for individuals and businesses. Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga announced the rollout of a 24-hour WhatsApp chatbot that provides 15 distinct services,…
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Beyond the Points: Vietnam’s Digital Citizen Score Is About Power
Introduction: A New Currency in the Digital State Vietnam is piloting a system that turns everyday online activity into a tangible form of civic capital. From booking medical appointments to submitting regulatory feedback, citizens can earn points by engaging with online public services. The underlying promise is efficiency, transparency, and broader access to government functions.…
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Beyond the Points: Vietnam’s Digital Citizen Score and the Power Play
Introduction: A New Metric of Civic Engagement Vietnam is increasingly tying everyday online actions to a broader system of citizen empowerment and accountability. Through a digital citizen score, residents can accumulate points by engaging with public services online: booking medical appointments, submitting feedback on regulations, updating personal data, and consistently logging in to digital platforms.…
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Digital Infrastructure Drive Boosts Urban Growth, Service Delivery: State Ministers
Overview: A New Era for Ethiopia’s Cities Across Ethiopia, a sweeping expansion of digital infrastructure is accelerating urban development. State ministers and government agencies are highlighting how better connectivity, data systems, and digital services are transforming city life—from faster public services to more resilient revenue collection—and creating a foundation for sustainable growth in Addis Ababa…
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Digital Ethiopia 2030 Aims for Mass 5G Coverage and 128 Million Mobile Users
Overview of Digital Ethiopia 2030 Ethiopia has officially unveiled the Digital Ethiopia 2030 Strategy, a bold plan following the completion of Digital Ethiopia 2025. With Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the helm, the government outlined a vision to expand digital access to every corner of the country and accelerate the adoption of high-speed connectivity, including…
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Zambia Boosts Digital Connectivity with USD 107M Airtel Network Expansion
Zambia Accelerates Digital Growth with Major Airtel Network Expansion The Ministry of Technology and Science of Zambia recently highlighted a significant leap forward in the country’s digital ambitions: a USD 107 million network expansion by Airtel. This strategic investment targets key sites, including Nyumba Yanga and the Chalala (Shantumbu) Airtel towers, to strengthen coverage, reduce…
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Zimbabwe Unveils 2030 Digital Plan to Transform Economy and Close Gaps
Zimbabwe Announces Ambitious 2030 Digital Plan The Zimbabwean government has unveiled a comprehensive digital strategy designed to propel the country toward a modern, tech-enabled economy by 2030. Centered on eight strategic goals for 2026-2030, the plan aims to strengthen governance, accelerate digital infrastructure, and deepen inclusion for citizens and businesses alike. At a time when…