VI.
Strategic Goal (vi): Promote use of secure cyberspace to drive social and economic
development
The Government of Malawi recognizes the multiplier effect of the cyberspace on several aspects
of its society, including social and economic development. In fact, with more and more individuals
and organizations adopting and utilizing ICT technologies and applications, there is extensive
evidence that illustrates the positive impacts of ICTs including cyberspace. The Government
seeks to create a secure and reliable environment which facilitates the secure use of cyberspace,
promotes trust in cyberspace, increased usage of e-Government and e-commerce services, and
consequently driving further social and economic development in Malawi.
4.5.14. Specific Objective 14: Enhance trust and confidence in cyberspace, especially in
applications relating to e-Government and e-commerce.
Actions:
4.5.14.1. Create, and continuously update the general public and public sector on how
cyberspace is securely used in Malawi to deliver e-Government and e-commerce
services in Malawi, highlighting the various security features deployed to foster
trust
4.5.14.2. Encourage the use of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for transactions to/from
Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies to enhance high cybersecurity
levels and trust in delivering public services.
4.5.14.3. Appoint cybersecurity inspectors whom among other duties will serve as focal points
of contacts to support small and medium enterprises in addressing cybersecurity
needs and method of mitigating cyber threats.
4.5.14.4. Undertake the transition from IPV4 to IPV6 protocol and disseminate information
on the benefits of the transition, especially IPV6 security features relating to
confidentiality, authentication and data integrity
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