Healthcare workers in Sri Lanka enter data into the DHIS2 COVID-19 surveillance system(Pic courtesy World Bank)Digitalization is the way forward for Sri Lanka to transform into a technology-based society, says the World Bank. The WB report said that the Government of Sri Lanka has demonstrated its commitment to accelerate digital transformation. This is just the beginning of our digital transformation journey” says Mehinda Herath, Chief Executive officer of ICTA. “The vision of ICTA is to improve living conditions and livelihoods across Sri Lanka irrespective of geographical locations and other disparities. Transforming Sri Lanka into a technology-based society is one of the key national policy objectives of the country, as highlighted in the President’s manifesto, Vistas of Prosperity and Splendor.

Source: The Nation May 18, 2021 00:11 UTC