This document presents a summary of a PhD student's research on developing a reference model for deploying e-governance in developing countries. The student conducted a literature review and contextual inquiry to understand existing e-governance solutions and practices. Progress so far includes workshops to validate findings from a ministry of education case study. Expected outcomes include a reference model, design recommendations, and a prototype interoperability framework. The research aims to address challenges in developing countries like standalone information systems, paperwork, and a lack of public awareness through implementing e-governance services.