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 19

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