Beyers-Clements adds: "Education and information services, for instance to assist people to find jobs and the homeless to find shelter, through kiosks etc, will be at the forefront of delivery. Giving advice, direction and a solution to those who are struggling would be a good starting point."

Hutchison says that once digital cities are established, the field will be open for endless possibilities in terms of services that can be supplied. He notes that, after supplying basic services, it will basically be up to creative thought and innovation to lead the way for additional services. Gale believes that the e-services that will be supplied should not just come from government's side, but that citizens should come to the fore, and tell government what services they need and what is critical to them.

Baptiste says: "Public sector focus should be on the softer issues, with health and education at the top of the list."

Digital cities are no longer just a dream. They are possible and PPP will see them become a reality for the benefit of all citizens of this nation. How long it will take depends on the vigor and determination of both government and private organizations.