Andrew
Online Reporter
Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services Minister Dr Jenfan Muswere has called on the Postal and Telecommunication Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) board to be more proactive in giving the regulator strategic direction.
“We have only received two strategic projects from two board members. We expect the board to give direction in terms of the management of Potraz.
“We have done our part and provided proposals for board approvals to no avail. Smart policing, smart agriculture, smart health, e-passports, et cetera. What is missing is the board’s direction as we move towards a digital economy,” said Minister Muswere while addressing the regulator’s strategic workshop recently.
“The Potraz board should take the lead in aligning the strategic plan to Vision 2030.”
The telecommunications regulator is expected to effectively align its strategic outlook to Government’s medium-term blueprint, the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1).
NDS1 outlines several broad targets for the ICT sector under the Digital Economy National Priority area.
Potraz plays a critical role in ensuring and facilitating the digitalisation of the economy.
Minister Muswere also said the regulator should be preparing to assume the added responsibility of the Data Protection Authority.
Tinaye Agere
Online Reporter