Approach to the formulation of a National Information Policy for South Africa

  • Ingrid Henrici Department of Information Science, University of Pretoria
Keywords: National Information Policy, Policy formulation, Policy principles, South Africa

Abstract

This paper reports on guidelines produced by a postgraduate study on an approach towards the formulation and implementation of a National Information Policy in South Africa. Topics examined include the reasoning why SA needs a NIP. the proposed philosophical approach that should be applied. proposals for the principles that should underpin a NIP in South Africa and the issues that a South African National Information Policy should consider.
Published
2013-12-12
Section
Research Articles