This section examines Mauritius ICT Policies, its history and the ICT vision of the government.

The information and Communication technology (ICT) sector is fast growing in the country and is contributing in diversifying economy.  Government has establish long cherish hope to become and Cyber Island and take a lead in the region within the ICT sector. Government over the years has built the cohesive infrastructure and growing environment through its policies and government program. Legislation on data security, intellectual property rights, liberalizing telecom industry and promoting ICT education has enable country to have dazzling ICT sector.

                In 2001 13.3% of country household had PC which grew to 18% in 2002. However, Government was eager to promote computing in 2002, launching "A Computer in Every Home" campaign. The goal was to have PC penetration of 60% household by 2005. According to Central Statistics Office (CSO) PC penetration growth was about 33% compared to 50% target. It has been estimated that Mauritius will reach 43% of Household PC penetration. Under the campaign state finance agency would provide subsidized loans for buying a PC to government employees and business were given incentives to establish such special funds for their employees. [1]

                The government has strong track record of policy formulation and implementation in the ICT sector. However, picture is not clear as it looks. In a survey done by CSO 42.2% of household without a PC were not aware of the assistance available under the program. Thus, possibly increasing the digital divide.

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Mauritius, a Cyber island

Country Analysis
Analysing IT Strengths and Weaknesses

ICT Market Size in Mauritius
... a fifth pillar of the economy

ICT Policies
A Computer in Every Home

Telecomunication in Mauritius
Telephone Penetration is 80% HH & 98% HH can afford to own a phoneline

Diffusion & Culture in Mauritius
10.8% HH uses Internet and 43% own a PC

E-Commerce & E-Buiness
75% of buinesses have internet access and 21.3% have a web-site

E-Government
'Government Online Centre' a portal for all government online Services and Delivery Channel

ICT Production, Workforce, IT Activities in Mauritius
15% Growth in IT Training and Education Enrollment

Information Policy & Law in Mauritius
e-laws in Information Society

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