How SA’s national cloud and data policy supports innovation

Data and tech legal expert offered insight at the ITWeb Cloud and Data Summit 2024.

South Africa’s National Cloud and Data Policy does not cover new concepts but serves as a guide to help the country adopt a cloud- first, digital-first approach within the global digital economy,

The need for a comprehensive policy to protect data, ensure local control over critical information, and support the digital economy led to the establishment of the policy in May 2024. “The skills shortage also remains a challenge,” said Mbanjwa, adding that there is a need “for investment in training and education, to cultivate a culture of innovation, and collaboration across sectors.”Mbanjwa pointed out that the policy facilitates collaboration between regulatory bodies like ICASA , the Film and Publication Board, and the Information Regulator of SA, guiding unified efforts.

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