Click Here & Upgrade PDF Complete Expanded Features Unlimited Pages Documents 6.10.1 POLICY GOAL To integrate ICTs in the development of the tourism industry and facilitate the conservation of Zambia s natural resources & heritage as well as to protect the environment. 6.10.2 COMMITMENTS In order to achieve the above goal, Government shall: (a) Implement specific policy measures to ensure that all development of ICT infrastructure in the country as well as the manufacture and disposal of ICT products shall be done in conformity with existing and future policies and guidelines on heritage/natural resources conservation and environmental protection; (b) Partner with the private sector as agents for extending and expansion of the ICT infrastructure and services in all tourist centres and destinations designated as priority in the development of the national tourism potential; (c) Implement ICT applications and systems that will enhance the audit, management and monitoring of the efficient and effective utilisation of Zambia s natural resources and heritage; (d) Mainstream gender issues using ICTs in the management, development and use of natural resources. 6.10.3 OBJECTIVES a) b) To improve communication systems across the country especially in tourist centres to support tourism development; To use ICTs in the documentation, promotion and effective marketing of the full Potential of Zambia s world class and niche tourist destinations to the local, regional and international market; c) To ensure that all ICT related activities have very minimal negative environmental impact during construction, operation and disposal/decommissioning; d) To conserve natural resources and safeguard our heritage using ICT tools. 6.10.4 STRATEGIES a) Develop information platforms (portals) for niche tourism products and destinations and create databases for collection of tourism information 45