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Validation Workshop Methodology & Objectives of Toolkit 14 March 2011. Windhoek, Namibia Mandla Msimang ITU Expert. Background. Many SADC countries are in the process of establishing Funds, or have established Funds Post 2007 - New approaches to financing universal access
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Validation Workshop Methodology & Objectives of Toolkit 14 March 2011 Windhoek, Namibia Mandla Msimang ITU Expert
Background • Many SADC countries are in the process of establishing Funds, or have established Funds • Post 2007 - New approaches to financing universal access • sometimes coupled with traditional Fund approaches, • sometimes completely from the Fund • Need to address sector development and the deployment of broadband and Next Generation Networks and services
Objectives of Toolkit Practical Guide Best Practice (national , regional & international) Case Studies (national , regional & international) Sample/Reference Material & Checklists
First USAFs were established in South America in the mid 1990’s; • Funds are more prevalent in developing countries; only 9 Funds are operational in Europe and North America • Australia, USA, Canada, France, Italy, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, South Korea and Oman; • Alternative forms of public funding are used in many countries (e.g. equity participation, PPP, Financial Incentives and Subsidies). Fund Context – Global
Fund Context – SADC • SADC countries are at varying levels of Fund development and are also using alternative financing mechanisms
Methodology Systematic Analysis • Make a measurable impact • Enable Fund Managers to promote investment in infrastructure and services, and supplement where relevant • Enable socio-economic development in the ICT sector across the region.
Approach Key Principle: No Market Distortion • Issue/Focus Area • Global experience and good practice • SADC Experience • Questionnaires (for updates/status quo) • Reports, documented success stories and challenges • Country specific issues : • Policies & Legal Framework • Objectives • Market considerations • Checklists
Sharing Experiences & Best Practices • Fund Collection • Fund Disbursement • Fund Governance & Reporting • Project Financing • Project Design • Regulations & Contracts • Monitoring & Evaluation
Conclusion Toolkit – Encourages countries to recognize shift towards broadband Internet and ICT services, including applications, usage and capacity development in addition to traditional voice access; Encourages recognition of ‘alternative’ funding mechanisms; “How to” guide on best practice for universal access funding, Fund management and project implementation; Also addresses the establishment of Funds and the financing of universal access projects by the Funds; Emphasizes the importance of Monitoring & Evaluation as well as Harmonization
Thank You! Mandla Msimang Managing Director, Pygma Consulting mmsimang@pygmaconsulting.com Tel: +2711 7831210 www.pygmaconsulting.com