Digital economy blueprint

5.3 CROSS CUTTING ISSUES ON DIGITAL 

INFRASTRUCTURE

5.3.1 Socio-cultural nuances

There are socio-cultural nuances surrounding proxim-

ity and use of digital assets, information technology 

infrastructure and devices across cultures. Demo-

graphics also define preferences and access to certain 

types of digital infrastructure. Other than demograph-

ics, other factors such as level of education, work 

experience, religion and skills will define uptake of 

technology,  digital  finance  and  e-commerce.  These 

cause significant challenges in usage of broadband in-

frastructure and uptake of digital trade, hence slowing 

a country’s digital economy.