Bahamas to ‘accelerate’ digital Gov’t with Estonia partnership
The Bahamas will seek to leverage Estonia’s “model for e-governance” to “accelerate” its own roll-out of digitised public services, a Cabinet minister has affirmed.
Sebas Bastian, minister of innovation and national development, in a statement said a just-signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Baltic state establishes a long-term partnership and co-operation that will help to advance digital transformation and innovation in The Bahamas.
Besides learning from Estonia, regarded as being among the world’s digital society and government leaders, the agreement will also seek to foster Bahamian entrepreneurs and creativity in this sector so that the country builds increased capacity.
IN: The Next Phase of Governance: Digital Services, Inclusion and Smarter Public Administration
The measure of a modern government is increasingly linked to how easily citizens can access its services. A government office that requires citizens to repeatedly visit, submit physical documents, and wait for approvals belongs to an older model of administration. The emerging model is one where citizens can access services through digital platforms without having to physically approach government offices for routine requirements.
This shift from physical-first administration to digital-first governance is transforming the way public services are delivered. Digital platforms, e-files, online payments, electronic records and integrated citizen-service systems are reducing paperwork, shortening processing times and improving transparency. At the same time, the rapid expansion of digital governance is creating new priorities around connectivity, digital literacy, cybersecurity, data protection and reliable authentication.
VN: Digital data - the key to opening up modern urban management methods in Hanoi
The introduction of the digital map-based traffic infrastructure management system into operation creates a foundation for Hanoi City to shift from manual, distributed management methods to data-based management, towards building a smart city.
From manual management to "digital profiles" for infrastructure
Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo identifies science, technology, innovation and digital transformation as key development drivers. To concretize this orientation, Hanoi City has put the Traffic Infrastructure Management System on a digital map into operation.
Artificial Intelligence Applications for Smart Cities Market Evolution: Powering Intelligent Urban Infrastructure
The global Artificial Intelligence Applications for Smart Cities Market is entering a period of rapid expansion as municipalities, government agencies, and urban service providers increasingly integrate artificial intelligence into connected infrastructure. AI technologies are enabling cities to move beyond traditional monitoring systems toward intelligent, data-driven operations capable of improving mobility, energy efficiency, public safety, healthcare delivery, and other essential urban services.
According to Verified Market Research®, the Artificial Intelligence Applications for Smart Cities Market was valued at USD 50.60 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 350.00 Billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 27.8% during the forecast period. The market's strong growth trajectory reflects accelerating AI adoption across urban operations, increasing demand for real-time decision-making, and the continued development of connected city infrastructure.
GH: Digital transformation needs more than government alone — Digital Technology Director
The Director of the Digital Technology Directorate at the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Dr. Samuel Antwi-Gyekyi, has urged stronger collaboration to accelerate Ghana’s digital transformation agenda.
“Digital transformation cannot be driven by government alone,” Dr. Antwi-Gyekyi said, calling for partnerships between the public sector, industry, academia, entrepreneurs and development partners to translate policy into jobs, innovation and economic growth.