Youth and ICT, the key for Angola s future

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1 Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technologies of Angola Youth and ICT, the key for Angola s future Professor Dr. Pedro Teta, Secretary of State for IT 1

2 Contents 1. Angola, a Country on the Rise 2. The Ministry The Coordinating Body 3. Main National Projects An Emerging Digital Player 4. Youth Strategy 5. ReMA - Media Libraries Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family Kofi Annan, Former Secretary-General of the United Nations 2

3 Million usd Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technologies of Angola Angola, a Country on the Rise Coming from a long war, destroyed infra-structures and weakened educational system, Angola is rebuilding fast In the period , Angola had the world's highest annual average GDP growth, at 11.1% Projected to be the fastest growing economy in Africa in the next 5 years Economic diversification and growth of ICT Sector GDP Growth

4 Angola, an Emergent Digital Player From 2008 to 2010 up from 139 to 132 place in the Measuring the Information Society Index From 2010 to 2011, up from 125 to 115 place in ICT Price Basket Several international prizes (TIGA Awards 2007, Africa Hoje 2008) Very high investment in ICT by the Government in the past years and in the future will see fastest growth in these index in the next years Internet and Mobile subscribers Growth Internet Mobile []% []%

5 The Future is in the Youth Angola has 13 million mobile phone users, 70% of which are youngsters Angola has 3,5 million mobile internet users, 70% of which are youngsters Angola has 600 thousand viewers of cable and satellite TV, 70% of which are youngsters and we keep on growing every day with great energy 5

6 Contents 1. Angola, a Country on the Rise 2. The Ministry 3. Main National Projects 4. Youth Strategy 5. ReMA - Media Libraries The focus should be on developing infrastructures to improve access of youth to ICT José Carvalho da Rocha, Minister of Telecommunications and Information Technology 6

7 Benefits For All Mission of the Ministry Design, conduct, execute and control of the Executive s policy in the areas of telecommunications, information technologies, postal services and meteorology and geophysics Areas of Intervention Telecommunications; Postal Services; Regulation; Information Technologies; Meteorology and Geophysics; Universal Service; Promotion of Communications and Information Society; Specialized Training. 7

8 Guiding Documents The guiding documents for the Information Society take as reference the main governance guidelines outlined in the National Development Plan and the National Training Plan. National Development Plan National Training Plan + The White Paper on ICT is the document that defines the policy guidelines in the fields of Telecommunications and Information Technology; White Paper on ICT National Plan for the Information Society Electronic Governance Strategic Plan Scope - The National Plan for the Information Society defines the objectives and programs leading to the development of the information society, and is structured on 6 pillars: Connectivity and Access; Electronic Governance; Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; Health; Education and Industry; Trade and services; The Electronic Governance Strategic Plan details the lines of action, programs and projects to be developed under the Electronic Governance. 8

9 CROSSCUTTING SECTORIAL Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technologies of Angola National Plan for the Information Society The National Plan for the Information Society (NPIS) is the reference document for the Information Society in Angola and is structured in 2 crosscutting pillars and 4 sectorial pillars. Pillar 3 Pillar 4 Pillar 5 Pillar 6 NPIS is the update of the Action Plan for the Information Society, implemented in Agriculture, Fisheries, Environment and Rural Development Health Education Industry, Commerce and Services Crosscutting Pillars - Pillar 1 and 2 Basis for the development of Information Society. Will support the development of Sectorial Pillars Pillar 2: Electronic Government Pillar 1: Access and Connectivity Sectorial Pillars Key Areas with impact on the development of Information Society in Angola and Angolans 9

10 CROSSCUTTING SECTORIAL Ministry of Telecommunications and Information Technologies of Angola Electronic Government Strategic Plan The Electronic Governance Strategic Plan outlines the strategy for the Electronic Government for Pillar 3 Pillar 4 Pillar 5 Pillar 6 EGSP intends to improve and strengthen Government services provision to citizens Agriculture, Fisheries, Environment and Rural Development Health Education Industry, Commerce and Services and is divided in 4 main Action Lines: A. Focusing Government Services in Citizens Needs B. Improving Public Sector Efficiency and Effectiveness Pillar 2: Electronic Governance Pillar 1: Access and Connectivity C. Training and Qualifying Public Employees and Institutions D. Guaranteeing Modern and Secure Technological Infra-structure 10

11 Contents 1. Angola, a Country on the Rise 2. The Ministry 3. Main National Projects 4. Youth Strategy 5. Media Libraries As Africans we understand the social business dynamics in Africa and its challenges. But if we can be connected there is nothing we wouldn t achieve Kondwani Chimatiro, co-founder of the Malawian Sahebo social network 11

12 Telecommunication Projects Angola is making strong investments in the development of the telecommunications infrastructure in order to position the country as an African leader in ICT. National Optical Fiber Program Second international subsea connection point (WACS) Sub-Saharan project of national communications via satellite Standardization and migration to DTT Standardization and migration to NGNs First Angolan Satellite 12

13 E-Government Projects The Ministry has been developing and implementing key systems and interfaces for the future of Electronic Governance in Angola. Internet Portals E-Government Software Citizens Portal Tax Management System Portal of the Republic of Angola Employment Portal Finance, Taxation and Assets Management System Citizens One-Stop-Shop (SIAC) Integrated Customs System One-Stop Shop for Business Registry, Notary and Identity Card System Several Other Systems 13

14 The Electronic Governance Project Implementation Commission (CIEGOV) is responsible for the implementation of infra-structure and services projects among Public Institutions. Particular emphasis to the development of the Data Center, IT Security Systems, Office Automation, Voice over IP (VoIP) and Videoconference, among others e-gov projects. Electronic Government Transversal Project Video Conference VoIP Office Automation Digital Hospital 14

15 Other Relevant Projects from MTTI The Ministry has made a bet on the evolution of Information Society and Electronic Governance for the development of Angola. These are some highlights of the main projects: ICT Higher Institute Higher education of excelency in ITC ICT Training Center Courses and certifications towards a real know-how National Telecommunications Institute Basic training for high-school students Network of Media Libraries (Mediatecas) 21st century infrastructures to access knowledge N Gola Digital A gateway to the world anywhere in the country Mobile Telephony Universal access to mobile equipment and data 15

16 Contents 1. Angola, a Country on the Rise 2. The Ministry 3. Main National Projects 4. Youth Strategy 5. ReMA - Media Libraries Youth is undoubtedly the biggest accelerator of the country development José Eduardo dos Santos, President of the Republic of Angola 16

17 Angola has defined a formal strategy for the digital inclusion of the Youth This ICT Youth Strategy is part of the National Executive Plan For Youth Development and aims to contribute, through ICT, to promote Employability, Entrepreneurship, Job Training and Youth Occupation. Main Target Audience 1 2 Young Students From basic, secondary and higher education Young Unemplyed or with Informal Employment With or without academic training 3 Young Entrepreneurs With or without own business 17

18 Vision of the ICT Youth Plan Promote the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), as a vehicle for training, employability, entrepreneurship and occupation of young Angolans. 18 Local Media Libraries 100 Internet Public Access Points PCs financed Lectures and ICT Workshops 300 ICT Professional Training Courses Young Angolan Portal 50 Techcenters around the country (25 mobile and 25 fixed) 40 Youth Houses and Community Centres with ICT equipment Mobile Phones financed 300 ICT courses for Entrepreneurs 500 ICT interns 100 Fixed Techcenters 18

19 Main Initiatives The Action Plan for the Digital Inclusion of Young Angolans comprises 12 main initiatives. 1 Internet Public Access Points 7 ICT Professional Training Courses 2 Local Media Libraries 8 ICT Courses for Entrepreneurs 3 N'Gola Digital (Fixed and Mobile Techcenters) 9 ICT Internships ( on the job and curricular) 4 ICT Equipping of Youth Houses and Community Centers 10 Youth Portal 5 PCs and Smartphones financing program 11 Single Registration for Youngsters 6 ICT Promotion and Debate Program 12 Monitoring and Reporting System 19

20 1 Internet Public Access Points in Schools and Social Institutions 100 Internet Public Access Points Each space will have 1 outdoor access point and 12 indoor access points Reduction of social differences and access to the Information Society Target Audience: All youngsters, with a focus on rural areas 20

21 2 Local Media Libraries 18 Small Local Media Libraries Equipped with computers, connectivity equipment, printers and other ICT equipment Free access to e-books, movies and other content Study rooms, workrooms and recreational areas Target Audience: All youngsters, with a focus on students 21

22 LUANDA SAURIMO LUBANGO BENGUELA SOYO HUAMBO 22

23 CABINDA UÍGE MALANGE LUANDA - CAZENGA BIÉ CUNENE 23

24 3 N Gola Digital (Fixed and Mobile Techcenters) 25 Fixed Techcenters 25 Mobile Techcenters until 2017 Spaces for free use, equipped with computers and internet access, with support and training sessions Coverage of 4 sites per province, present from Monday to Friday, once a month, and also itinerant. Target Audience: All youngsters, with a focus on rural areas 24

25 4 ICT Equipping of Youth Houses and Community Centers 40 Youth Houses and Community Centers Province Capitals and mais municipalities Computers and internet access Potential for youth occupation Target Audience: All youngsters, with a focus on rural areas and entrepreneurs 25

26 5 PCs and Smartphones Financing Program (microcredit) Favourable conditions for the financing of Computers and Smartphones Payment in 12 or 24 months Subsidy of 20% of the PC or Smartphone cost Goal until 2017: Cover more than youngsters Huge impact on youth access to the information society Target Audience: Young students 26

27 6 ICT Promotion and Debate Program Communication and Awareness Campaign Radio and TV Spots Lectures and Workshops to the youth Potential for youth occupation Target Audience: All youngsters 27

28 7 ICT Professional Training Courses Technical training courses provided by ITEL Theory and Practice Partnerships with companies for the practical component of the course Growth of employment and employability of young people Target Audience: Young unemployed and entrepreneurs 28

29 8 ICT Courses for Entrepreneurs Courses on entrepreneurship, e-commerce and social networking Classroom component and distance learning Classroom component potencially held in the Media Libraries and Techcenters Target Audience: Young entrepreneurs 29

30 9 ICT Internships ( on the job and curricular) Curricular internships for students enroled in ICT university degrees Partnerships with Angolan companies 4 month internships Goal for 2017: 500 interns Target Audience: Young students 30

31 10 Angolan Youth Portal Portal with content targeted to meet the challenges and concerns of young people Accessible via mobile devices Gradual evolution to integrate sms service, and social networking. Target Audience: All Angolan youngsters 31

32 11 Single Registration for Youngsters Better understanding of the needs of young Angolans Easy and single registration of young people for all initiatives Send personalized information to each youth according to their interests Target Audience: All Angolan youngsters 32

33 12 Monitoring and Reporting System of the Youth Executive Plan Monitoring and Statistics Information System Identify youth preference for each initiative Timely planning of implementation Communication of the implementation results Target Audience: Young Angolans 33

34 Index 1. Angola, a Country on the Rise 2. The Ministry 3. Main National Projects 4. Youth Strategy 5. ReMA - Media Libraries In an information society, education is no mere amenity; it is the prime tool for growing people and profits John Naisbitt, American author and public speaker in the area of futures studies 34

35 High Impact in the Youth and All Society The ReMA Mediatecas are multi-agent spaces, open to society to strengthen knowledge, cultivate creativity and innovation in all areas, social, educational, scientific, cultural and business, oriented to... Strategic Objectives 1. To promote access and full participation of the Angolan society in the Information and Knowledge Society 2. To strengthen the education system of Angola 3. Contribute to the economic and social development of Angola 35

36 Wide Range of Services to Serve Social Needs ReMA Media Libraries aim at democratizing access to information and knowledge, increasing access, use and ownership of the Information Society among the Angolan population, especially the youth. Main Services Information And Reception Media Library Production And Publication Promotion And Dissemination Training Technological Guidance Guidance For Social Entrepreneurship And Management 36

37 Space for Social Innovation The Mediatecas: i) provide access to digital information, ii) function as Knowledge Spaces - in that it facilitates access to information and knowledge building, iii) serve as spaces for Social Innovation - as it promotes and facilitates activities for the creation of new proposals or solutions with and / or for the Angolan society. CONCEPT OF TRADITIONAL Mediateca (DIGITAL LIBRARY) EVOLUTION OF THE CONCEPT: NEW ELEMENTS ReMA can become a national and international reference, as an innovative concept with impact in development in emerging countries. ACCESS TO INFORMATIO N IN DIGITAL FORMAT RESOURCES PERMANENT LEARNING MEETING POINT SUPPORT RESEARCH ICT DEMOSTRATI ON PRODUTION CREATING DIGITAL ARTS AND CULTURE CONCEPT MEDIATECA 37

38 Huambo A National Project Covering the Whole Territory The Mediatecas from Benguela, Luanda and Lubango were inaugurated on 2012 August. Until the end of 2013, the other three mediatecas will open to the public: Saurimo, Soyo and Huambo. Bié Media Libraries Open to the Public Media Libraries Under Construction Media Libraries Project Studies 38

39 Reaching the Poorest In order to reach the most remote and disadvantaged there is a mobile component the Mobile Media Library. 39

40 The Future holds a Digital World of Opportunities for Young Angolans! 40

41 Bio - Professor Pedro Sebastião Teta Pedro Sebastião Teta was born in April 28th of 1959 in Nzeto, Angola Has a Bachelor and Master s Degree in Computer and Control Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Bucharest Has a PHD from the Polytechnic University of Bucharest in the Field of Intelligent Control using Artificial Intelligence Techniques Has an extended educational and academic career, having been Visiting Professor at Berkeley and Stanford University Full Professor at Agostinho Neto University- Luanda Angola From 1997 until 2008 he was Vice-Minister for Science and Technology Acted has a Chairman and Vice- Chairman of the Commission for Science and Technology of the United Nations From 2008 until 2010 was appointed to the post of Vice-Minister of Telecommunications and Information Technologies, actually Secretary of State of Information Technology. Since 2010 he is also the Coordinator of the Executive Committee of Media Library Network - REMA 41