SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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
ICT for development: hope or hype?
Athar Osama argues that despite big new initiatives, ICT's reputation as a major driver of development is so far undeserved.
9 November 2006
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We need a 'slow race' for science-based development
Melissa Leach and Ian Scoones argue that enhanced citizen engagement is essential in making technology work for the poor.
19 July 2006
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UN-GAID: just another acronym?
29 June 2006 | EN
Information summit's main success was idea sharing
22 November 2005
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Source: BBC Online
Policy Briefs
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
Honduras to reward promising students with computer
Honduran public schools students achieving academic excellence will be rewarded by the government with a computer.
20 April 2009
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Source: El Heraldo
Rural Internet — not online but still connected
The Internet is spreading to villages in the developing world — but sometimes in unexpected ways, reports Katherine Nightingale.
Network links researchers in Middle East and Europe
9 December 2008
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