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15/11/16

Why internet use is low in Africa

A report says that lack of local content is among factors influencing Africa’s low internet adoption.

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10/02/16

View on Gender: Are single-sex labs the answer after all?

Women-only computing at the University of Zimbabwe has boosted skills and confidence, says Elizabeth Mlambo.

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04/02/16

South Asia Analysis: Digital age needs analogue base

South Asia’s recent ICT gains are impressive, but to bridge the gap calls for more action, says Nalaka Gunawardane.

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02/11/15

Data doesn’t always tell the whole story — here’s why

Good data should be a starting point, not the end, of addressing societal challenges such as gender inequality.

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Data doesn’t always tell the whole story — here’s why

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09/10/15

Focus on Private Sector: Competition can deliver SDGs

Business role in the goals could take off if firms are encouraged to compete on sustainability, says Maha Rafi Atal.

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05/10/15

World’s biggest e-dump, or vital supplies for Ghana?

This photo essay visits Agbogbloshie in Ghana, often portrayed as a ‘hellscape’ of electronic waste.

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World’s biggest e-dump, or vital supplies for Ghana?

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30/09/15

The hidden digital divide

The unstoppable global spread of the internet is encouraging, but wider access alone won't close the data gap.

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06/08/15

Open data ‘not enough to improve lives’

Developing nations must ensure the statistics they publish will help solve real-life problems, say practitioners.

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03/08/15

Obama’s hangover: Capitalising on the hype

As the euphoria of the US president’s visit subsides, is it simply back to business as usual for most Kenyans?

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31/07/15

View on Private Sector: Digital Islamic economy booms

The Middle East is an early adopter of digital tech, but citizens may see limited benefits, says Duncan Stewart.

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View on Private Sector: Digital Islamic economy booms

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29/05/15

Facebook’s free internet limits poor users

Facebook’s initiative to get more people online may limit free speech and disadvantage poor users, critics say.

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13/01/15

Dream of remote internet connections still up in the air

There’s no shortage of ideas for getting internet to people in developing countries, but will they work? Gareth …

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Dream of remote internet connections still up in the air

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Internet : Produire des contenus locaux pour une utilisation accrue

Report identifies reasons for Africa’s low internet use

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Cybercrime in Africa: Facts and figures

Prévenir un "Cybergeddon" africain

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