UAE ranks 42 in e-Governance readiness
UAE is holding 42nd position in e-Government readiness rankings, according to a report revealed by UN (United Nations).
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NISG organises 3-day workshop on e-Procurement in HP, India
The National Institute of Smart Government (NISG) has organised a three-day workshop on e-Procurement in Himachal Pradesh (HP), India.
Kenya Govt. to invest Sh7.8 billion on ICT
The Government of Kenya is planning to invest Sh7.8 billion to reduce the cost of ICT connectivity by implementing the ICT project in the country. The government is also planning to computerise its systems and facilitate high-speed connectivity to rural areas.
AMAF works on 10 Dubai eGovernment departments
The Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) has partnered with the AskDubai programme, an initiative which facilitates interaction between the government and its public.
Jamica Govt. develops E-Powering Jamaica project
The Government of Jamaica has developed a new National ICT initiative, named E-Powering Jamaica, which would be implemented by year 2012.
Bahrain launches e-services portal
The government of Bahrain has launched its e-government strategy and unveiled a new e-services portal, www.e.gov.bh.
H-P unveils smart card based CAC
Hewlett-Packard (H-P)launched smart card based Common Access Card (CAC) solution to authenticate federal employees and access government networks and for secure printing and imaging solutions, as required by Homeland Security.
Oman aims to bridge digital divide
Oman is preparing to launch the second phase of its Digital Literacy Training Programme, an ambitious initiative aimed at helping all members of the community improve their IT skills.
Indian SMB’s online spending to reach US $1.2 billion
Indian Small and Medium Businesses will spend US$ 1.2 billion to strengthen their Internet infrastructures and enhance their Internet access.
Vienna goes e-Billing system
The administration of the city of Vienna plans to switch to electronic billing for its suppliers by the end of year 2009.
