Digital government is no longer optional. It is core infrastructure. From digital ID and payments to cloud platforms and AI-enabled services, governments must invest in modern systems to deliver better public services, reduce costs, and support economic growth. Yet traditional public budgeting models were not designed for fast-moving technology. Annual budget cycles, rigid line items, and risk-averse procurement often slow down digital transformation. As a result, many gover

For any government genuinely aiming to improve financial sustainability, a commitment to responsible financial management must go well beyond Parliament and Cabinet. It must be firmly embedded in the day-to-day choices made by civil servants, programme leads, procurement professionals, and senior executives at every tier of government. Yet, in many departments, agencies, and working-level teams, this culture is noticeably absent. The question is how to create such a culture?