Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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The North-South gap in access to, and the capability to use, modern information technology — often referred to as the 'digital divide' — can be a major barrier to the development of low-income countries.
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Opinions and Analysis
Engage with Wikipedia to share scientific knowledge
The online encyclopaedia can fill a resource gap for students, policymakers and the public, say Samuel A. Assefa and Alex Bateman.
China reaps rewards of ICT growth
China's commitment to a strong ICT network benefits both investors and rural comunities, say Cheng Donghong and Jia Hepeng.
ICT for development: hope or hype?
9 November 2006
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Policy Briefs
Improving access to ICTs for development
Learning from experience can help Zambia build on past successes in using ICTs and reach those most in need.
7 October 2011
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Source: Panos London
Improving livelihoods with ICTs
ICT projects can be strategic tools for development if they consider social contexts and are tailored to community needs.
News and Features
Wikipedia to be free on mobiles in Africa, Middle East
Access to the online encyclopaedia Wikipedia will be free from mobile phones for Orange customers in Africa and the Middle East.
13 February 2012
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Jordan to be centre of Arab science e-network
Jordan will coordinate a network linking researchers in seven Arab countries.
23 January 2012
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Solar-charging micro-firms could solve mobile energy gap
21 October 2011
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