The Ministry of Justice will be undertaking the digitalization of all its records, aiming to streamline operations and improve service delivery through the adoption of digital technologies.
This was highlighted by Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga while responding to the 2024-2025 National Budget Announcement.
Turaga said the Ministry has been allocated $100,000 for the delivery of this project, with the Ministry initiating the groundwork for the digitalization of the Registrar of Titles. This effort is supported by technical assistance from the Asian Development Bank and guided by a scoping consultant.
He also highlighted that the Ministry is being allocated $6 million for the next financial year. Turaga said that this allocation underscores the significant commitment to upholding the rule of law and reinforcing the foundational aspects of the nation’s legal framework.
He added that this is a transformative leap in a commitment to reinforcing justice, improving service delivery, and ensuring the prevalence of the rule of law nationwide.