Digital Czech Republic: Lack of digital technology hindering digitalisation efforts

In the past few years, digital Czech Republic has been trying to digitalise its economy, with some solid progress in some areas. However, the lack of digital technology integration has been hampering its growth, according to the European Commission experts. The Czech Republic possesses a wealth of natural resources. It has been relatively successful in developing […]
Digital Croatia Underperforming in EU – What’s the Cause?

Croatia has been an EU member since July 1, 2013, but despite the positives of membership, digital Croatia has seen its government lag behind other EU members and is underperforming in many areas. The Croatian government has identified this as an issue and must find solutions to accelerate the country’s growth over the next few […]
South Korea has topped the OECD Digital Government Index for the second time

South Korea has once again claimed the top spot in the OECD 2023 Digital Government Index for the second time, showcasing its strong commitment to digital governance. Joining South Korea in the top ranks are countries like Denmark, the United Kingdom, Norway, Australia, Estonia, Colombia, Ireland, France, and Canada. These leading nations have demonstrated a holistic approach […]
The Digital Bangladesh: A Step Closer to a Better Tomorrow

Digital Bangladesh has been a buzzword in Bangladesh ever since Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina first coined the phrase. While government officials have been promising a digital government of Bangladesh since 2010, the country’s infrastructure has hardly improved during this time frame. But what exactly does Digital Bangladesh entail? What are the objectives of Digital Bangladesh? […]
Saudi Arabia once again a digital gov frontrunner in MENA

It’s always interesting to see how different countries are faring in the realm of digital governance. And it seems like Saudi Arabia is once again making headlines for all the right reasons. According to the latest United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) index, Saudi Arabia has reclaimed its spot as the top […]
e-South Sudan: The Battle to Connect a Country

In 2011, e-South Sudan became the world’s newest nation after a referendum was held on its independence from Sudan. Although the vote was largely peaceful, South Sudan still struggles with many of the same problems that plague other new countries, including poor infrastructure and political instability. Following the peace agreement that ended its long civil […]
Top priorities for digital gov in Philippines: Closing urban-rural gap

Picture this…. the Philippines, a country made up of thousands of islands, each with its own unique communities and challenges. Now…imagine trying to create a national identification system that covers over 110 million people spread across all these islands. Sounds like quite the feat, right? Well, the Philippines has done just that and, earlier this […]
Digital government of Belize is far behind many countries in Central America.

Belize, this country located in Central America, known for its rich cultural diversity, lush landscapes, and the stunning Belize Barrier Reef, has only recently shown interest in advancing digital governance to enhance administrative efficiency and public services. Despite that, the digital government of Belize has made noticeable progress in adopting technologies to streamline government processes, […]
GovInsider launched mapping initiative for global digital government.

You know, when it comes to understanding how different countries are navigating the digital landscape in governance, it often feels like trying to piece together a jigsaw puzzle without the picture on the box. It’s not just challenging; it can be downright frustrating. As someone who’s passionate about technology and governance, I’ve spent countless hours […]
Digital Dominican Republic has had a stagnant progress in recent years

Embracing technology, the digital Dominican Republic has implemented various initiatives to enhance government services, streamline administrative processes, and improve overall efficiency. Has it been successful? Well, in examining the digital governance of the Dominican Republic, it’s clear that while it has maintained high E-Government Development Index (EGDI) values in the range of 0.50-0.75, its progress […]
Generative AI in public sector: More focus needed on the citizen experience.

You know, it’s fascinating how the landscape of government and public services is shifting, especially with the rise of generative AI. It’s like watching a whole new world unfold before our eyes. Just came across some research by McGuire Research Services for Avanade, and let me tell you, it’s eye-opening stuff. They found that 98% of […]
Digital government of Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island nation located in the eastern Caribbean, known for its stunning beaches and clear turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs. This small island nation gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1981 and has since developed a diverse economy, with tourism, offshore banking, and the digital government of Antigua and […]