As the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality prepares to host the upcoming G20 Digital Economy Working Group meetings, we find it important to emphasise the priorities of this group. One of the key focus areas is Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and transformation.
As part of this initiative, several deliverables have been outlined. A virtual workshop will be held to explore applications of DPI from G20 members and other stakeholders. Additionally, a research or survey document will provide an update on global experiences and initiatives in DPI implementation, drawing on key learnings.
To support the implementation of DPI, possible instruments will be developed, including a readiness self-assessment tool, a roadmap, and DPI blueprints that consider regional contexts for sector-specific development. Further, templates for cost-benefit analysis and other tools will be introduced to measure the benefits of citizen-centric digital services. Lastly, guidelines on Integrated Governance Frameworks will be established to ensure equitable DPI implementation.
