Electronic Signatures Act 2011 (Act No. 7 of 2011)

This makes provision for and regulating the use of electronic signatures and provide for other related matters;

1. The Act makes provision for the use of electronic signatures in order to ensure that transactions are carried out in a secure environment.

2. It establishes a public key infrastructure for authenticity and security of documents

3. Recognizes the different signature creating technologies

4. Provides effective administrative structures e.g. establishment of Certification Authorities