18 Role Of The Ict In Kenya’s Development Agenda 4.2 Other Priority Projects The other key ICT projects that have been identified for implementation during the 2013-17 Plan period that will build the foundation for national transformation and enable the successful implementation of Vision 2030, include: 4.2.1 Digital Government Initiative Phase 1 The programme aims at driving the efficiency, effectiveness and accountability in Government. 4.2.2 National Electronic Payment Gateway This will aim at providing a platform for non-cash government payments in line with implementing the presidential directive of 10th November, 2013. 4.2.3 Public Information Management This programme aims to enhance and coordinate Government communication to the public. 4.2.4 Restructuring of KBC The project aims at improving the effectiveness, efficiency and profitability of KBC. 4.2.5 Establishment of Konza Techno City Phase 1 Konza Techno City is a Vision 2030 flagship project to position Kenya as a leading ICT destination by leveraging and expanding Kenya’s technology focused industries. 4.2.6 Cyber Security and Enhanced Government Websites The aim of the project is to transform the Kenya Government into a Digital Government the project specifically endeavors to; · Increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Government operations through shared, optimized business processes which are adopted across departments; · Delight citizens with citizen-centric, quick, easy to access and easy to use public services; · Improve the local and international reputation of the Government of Kenya through straightforward, transparent and convenient service delivery to citizens, businesses and investors. 4.2.7 Roll out of Long Term Technologies Evolution (4G LTE). To Provide Broadband Connectivity to Government agencies, national institutions and commercial service Providers. 4.2.8 County Connectivity The project aims at providing high capacity broadband connectivity to counties. These key initiatives are elaborated upon in Chapter Five