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E-Governance and Development in Africa

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  • Uriah Gongenluo Bailey

    (Babcock University, Nigeria)

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This paper delved into the intricate relationship between e-government and development in Africa, assessing the impact of international politics, foreign aid, and global dynamics on e-governance projects. Challenges spanning financial constraints, inadequate legal frameworks, technological disparities, cyber security threats, and the need for local-context-driven strategies emerge as prominent hurdles. The paper employed a comprehensive literature review that investigated the nexus between e-governance and development in Africa; with a particular focus on the influence of international politics. It was revealed that successful e-government implementation can lead to reduced corruption, increased transparency, and revenue growth. The paper also discovered that African countries often rely on foreign aid for such projects, and global power dynamics influence technology adoption and infrastructure development, presenting implementation challenges. It was further established that African countries face challenges that include financial constraints, inadequate legal frameworks, infrastructural deficiencies, and implementation hurdles. Key recommendations include establishing robust monitoring mechanisms, prioritizing investment in e-governance, enhancing capacity building, diversifying funding sources, and addressing systemic challenges to facilitate effective e-governance implementation.

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  • Uriah Gongenluo Bailey, 2024. "E-Governance and Development in Africa," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(4), pages 989-998, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:4:p:989-998
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