The challenge
Tajikistan needed to understand how planned investments and policy reforms would shape the future of its digital sector. Policymakers required clarity on infrastructure gaps, market dynamics, regulatory constraints, and socioeconomic implications, ensuring that future projects would be viable, equitable, and supportive of inclusive digital development.
Project outline
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Assessed the broadband service value chain, digital public services, and demand-side factors.
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Conducted digital connectivity and service demand analysis across multiple segments.
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Developed a 15-year market model incorporating demographic, geographic, income, and gender dimensions.
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Identified market and regulatory gaps affecting digital sector growth.
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Evaluated policy options designed to attract private investment and support gender inclusion.
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Performed financial and cost-benefit assessments to determine project viability and socioeconomic impact.
Our impact
The assessment provided evidence-based guidance for future digital sector investments and reforms. It equipped decision-makers with long-term market forecasts, identified priority areas for intervention, and delivered actionable policy recommendations to promote inclusive digital development in Tajikistan.
Duration of engagement: November 2022 – June 2022