Hon. Felix Mutati Highlights Five Pillars of Zambia’s Digital Transformation in Talks with EY
Hon. Felix Mutati met EY's delegation to discuss Zambia’s digital economy goals, focusing on connectivity, data reliability, and technology adoption, with AI and blockchain key priorities.
Hon. Felix Mutati, Minister of Technology and Science, held a productive courtesy meeting with a delegation from EY led by their Country Managing Partner.
During the discussion, the Minister outlined the Government’s continued commitment to transforming Zambia into a digital economy to enhance efficiency and transparency. Hon. Mutati presented the five building blocks underpinning this transformation:
- Connectivity
- Interoperability
- Reliable Data
- Trust and Confidence
- Partnership and Collaboration
The Minister further emphasized the progress made in creating a conducive environment for the digital economy, citing key initiatives such as the development of the ICT Policy of 2023, the review of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act of 2021 and the Data Protection Act of 2021, as well as the drafting of the Startup Bill.
EY’s Country Managing Partner reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the Government’s digital transformation agenda. He shared that EY would submit a detailed proposal to the Ministry, outlining their recommendations for advancing this agenda, with a specific focus on INRIS and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like AI and Blockchain.
The meeting reinforced the importance of collaboration in achieving Zambia’s digital ambitions. The proposals from EY are anticipated to complement ongoing Government efforts in fostering innovation and efficiency within the digital economy.
