National Information and Communications Technology Policy 5.4 Ministry responsible for Regional Administration and Local Government The Regional Administration and Local Government (RALG) is the link between Central Government and communities. This Ministry shall be responsible for implementation of this Policy at local government levels. 5.5 The Judiciary The Judiciary shall be responsible for interpreting all laws and administering justice in the ICT environment. Therefore, the Judiciary shall ensure that there is an adequate justice and fair legal environment that will facilitate growth of the ICT sector. It will also ensure that ICT is mainstreamed in the justice framework in the country. 5.6 Private Sector The private sector is an important element in the implementation of ICT initiatives in Tanzania. The private sector shall collaborate with the Government through Private Public Partnerships (PPP) to own, propagate ICT initiatives and utilization in Tanzania. The private sector shall participate in bringing innovations and relevant solutions for the implementation of this policy. 5.7 Non State Actors Non State Actors play an important role in the social and economic development of the country. In implementing this Policy the civil society shall participate in creation of ICT awareness, transparency and accountability in matters pertaining to ICT sector. 5.8 Education and Research Institutions Education and research institutions are important for the development of ICT industry. Development of the ICT industry has increased the demand for knowledge and skills. Education and research institution will be responsible for promoting ICT curricula that shall be used in training, developing competent human capital and relevant scientific research outputs for ICT development in Tanzania. 5.9 Sector Regulator The potential size of the ICT resource in Tanzania and it’s expected multiple uses require a robust regulatory authority. The role of the regulator shall 43

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