e-Algérie 2013
November 2013
Strategies and Action Plans
The strategy outlined in ‘e-Algérie 2013’ was a comprehensive national plan aimed at developing and expanding the information society and digital economy in Algeria through the integration of information and communication technologies (ICT). The primary goals were to enhance public administration, business competitiveness, and overall societal engagement with digital services, aiming to modernise various sectors and improve accessibility to digital resources for all citizens.
Key axes of the e-Algérie 2013 strategy:
- Accelerating ICT use in public administration:
- Implementing digital processes to improve governmental efficiency and citizen services.
- Decentralisation of information management to enhance decision-making processes.
- Promoting ICT in businesses:
- Encouraging the adoption of ICT tools to boost productivity and innovation in enterprises.
- Developing online services and platforms to support business operations and interactions.
- Development of human resources:
- Enhancing education and professional training in ICT to build a skilled workforce capable of supporting the digital economy.
- Strengthening ICT infrastructure:
- Expanding high and very high-speed telecommunications networks to ensure nationwide coverage and accessibility.
- Enhancing legal frameworks:
- Updating national laws to support digital activities, e-commerce, and protect online data and transactions.
- Supporting research and development:
- Fostering innovation and development in ICT through increased investment in research and partnerships with educational institutions.
- Financial and organisational measures:
- Securing necessary funding and establishing clear organisational structures to support the strategy’s implementation.
Implementation and goals:
- Detailed action plans for each sector were outlined, specifying the changes needed at various administrative levels and within different economic sectors.
- Public-private partnerships and international cooperation were emphasised to leverage external expertise and investments.
- Regular assessments and updates to track progress and ensure alignment with the evolving global digital landscape.
The strategy aimed to place Algeria on a faster track towards digital transformation, leveraging ICT as a cornerstone for economic diversification, competitive enhancement, and social inclusion.