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Invest in FM Radio to Improve Smallholder Farmer Outcomes

Invest in FM Radio to Improve Smallholder Farmer Outcomes

Published on: Aug 10 2023 by Guest Writer - 1 Comment
ICTs and smallholder farmers’ livelihood improvement in Tanzania builds on secondary data sources and in-depth interviews to explore the role of ICTs in promoting...
5 Ways to Implement Effective Cybersecurity Awareness Programs

5 Ways to Implement Effective Cybersecurity Awareness Programs

Published on: Aug 09 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on 5 Ways to Implement Effective Cybersecurity Awareness Programs
As cybersecurity threats exploit vulnerabilities in our digital spaces, increasing awareness of these threats among citizens can act as a much-needed first line...
UK’s International Technology Strategy on Quantum Technologies

UK’s International Technology Strategy on Quantum Technologies

Published on: Aug 02 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on UK’s International Technology Strategy on Quantum Technologies
The UK cannot seek to be a world leader in all technologies. We will focus our efforts on emerging technologies where the UK has significant existing strength...
Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success

Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success

Published on: Jul 27 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success
The digital technologies that serve as the ‘infrastructure’ of widespread digital transformation are increasingly recognised as key drivers of development....
5 Steps to Close the Gender Digital Divide in Global Health

5 Steps to Close the Gender Digital Divide in Global Health

Published on: Jul 26 2023 by Guest Writer - 3 Comments
An increasing gender digital divide limits the extent to which digital health interventions are accessed and used effectively by women in low and middle-income...
We Must Include Leisure and Entertainment Services in Digital Humanitarian Solutions

We Must Include Leisure and Entertainment Services in Digital Humanitarian Solutions

Published on: Jun 29 2023 by Guest Writer - 1 Comment
Many digital inclusion interventions have been tied to specific developmental goals – enhanced education, use of digital financial services, greater access to...
Why Artificial Intelligence Mattes for Smallholder Farmers in LMICs

Why Artificial Intelligence Mattes for Smallholder Farmers in LMICs

Published on: Jun 28 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on Why Artificial Intelligence Mattes for Smallholder Farmers in LMICs
The Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is upon us – driven by unprecedented rates of innovation and adoption. Interest in AI has exploded as ChatGPT continues...
The Rise of Digital Transportation Solutions in African Countries

The Rise of Digital Transportation Solutions in African Countries

Published on: Jun 21 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on The Rise of Digital Transportation Solutions in African Countries
Across the world, effective transport systems are integral to the growth and development of cities. However, in Africa, these systems face a few challenges which...
New USAID Techncial Brief: Promoting Fair Competition in the Digital Economy

New USAID Techncial Brief: Promoting Fair Competition in the Digital Economy

Published on: Jun 14 2023 by Guest Writer - 2 Comments
Robust, fair competition matters. Market competition incentivizes firms to treat consumers fairly and provide products and services that respond to real customer...
8 Challenges Teaching Computer Science Education in 5 African Countries

8 Challenges Teaching Computer Science Education in 5 African Countries

Published on: Jun 08 2023 by Guest Writer - 1 Comment
Despite efforts by African governments and universities to promote Computer Science Education (CSE), there remain challenges that affect CSE in African countries....