Efforts in the Caribbean federation nation of St Kitts and Nevis to implement a digital government plan are advancing. Recently, the country hosted a consultation meeting during which stakeholders shared ideas on the building of a comprehensive digital identity authentication system, according to St Kitts & Nevis Observer. The consultation, which took place at the National IT Centre in the capital Basseterre, is part of ongoing work to build a robust digital public infrastructure for the country. According to the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information Communications Technology, Cheryleann Pemberton, having a digital ID authentication system is vital for the nation as it would enhance its capabilities “to verify identities reliably while safeguarding the privacy and security of our citizens.” A consultant from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Gilberto Martins De Almeida, who participated in the deliberations, emphasized the importance of digital transformation, saying digital ID and other digital public infrastructure will not only spur economic growth in the country, but also enhance and facilitate foreign commercial exchanges. The ITU official encouraged the government in its efforts to invest in digital transformation projects such as a digital ID ecosystem, noting that it sets the template for seamless access […]
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