Including consumers in policy-making
Through participatory policy-making procedures, consumers have been influential in helping to develop the availability, accessibility, and affordability of ICTs in Botswana.
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Items for the Good Practices database
Simplifying network licensing
The decision to introduce a converged licensing framework paved the way for a more competitive telecommunications market and lower prices in Tanzania.
Growing demand with skill-building
Rwanda’s Digital Ambassadors Programme, with 50% representation for women, addresses the challenges of digital literacy in an aim to unlock the transformative powers of technology for all.
Encouraging shared infrastructure
The regulator has continuously passed regulations to encourage passive infrastructure sharing as a means to expand mobile connectivity.
Planning for affordable access nationwide
With effective national broadband plans and strategic use of its USAF, Malaysia has boosted internet penetration and affordability for its citizens.
Licensing for community networks
Argentina helps to bridge the country’s digital divide by establishing licenses for community networks in rural, remote and other vulnerable areas.
Fostering market competition for affordability
Cambodia, one of the poorest countries to reach the 1 for 2 standard, has seen mobile broadband affordability nearly double from 2015 through robust market competition and a welcoming regulatory environment.
Eliminating luxury taxation on ICT essentials
In 2017, the Colombian government removed the value-added tax (VAT) on low-cost handsets and laptops – making internet-capable devices more affordable for millions.
Planning for inclusive, affordable connectivity
Through a series of strategic broadband policies, starting with Vive Digital in 2010, Colombia has had tremendous success in harnessing ICT for economic development.
Building inclusive Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF) projects
The USAF takes an inclusive approach to help deliver ICT access to women in rural communities and narrow the digital gender gap.
Providing ICT centres for universal access
The Technology for Economic Development (Tech4ED) project – with over 2,200 public access centres since 2015 – helps provide ICT connectivity to thousands across the Philippines.
Spurring rural development with USAF investment
Rwanda narrowed its digital divide with the establishment of and successful intervention by its USAF.