Ntshangase, Cynthia SBaruni, Kedimotse PLefophane, Samuel2025-12-042025-12-042025-070-7988-5673-4http://hdl.handle.net/10204/14497This research analyses public key infrastructure frameworks from various countries to identify primary components and specifications, aiding South Africa in establishing a secure infrastructure. It outlines best practices and security considerations to be adapted, influenced by technological advancements. PKI framework development for the top seven countries with good cybersecurity posture was reviewed, namely, United States, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Estonia, South Korea, Spain, and Singapore. The outcome of the study indicates that the main components of the PKI to be considered before, during and after development are policies, people involved, procedures, software, hardware, and services. The study improves knowledge for officials and policymakers managing national infrastructure.FulltextenInfrastructure frameworksComplianceCybersecurityQuantum-Safe Public Key InfrastructureConference Presentationn/a