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If I were a boy

Friday, August 13, 2010

August is Women’s Month in South Africa, my new home at the moment. While watching some of the women celebrate their achievements over the years and demand for what needs to be done, I remembered this piece that I read on Women’s Day back home in Uganda. Interesting piece! Beyonce has a popular song – [...]

World Cup African Style

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

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In about two hours time, all eyes around the world will turn to Africa as we witness the opening ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. We celebrate this outstanding leadership action demonstrated by South Africa’s successful bid to host the World Cup in Africa for the very first time. This is a momentous day [...]

Conquering our fears

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

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One of my greatest fears is traveling on water. I always tell people close to my heart that I travel “over water and not on water.” Many times I have foregone promises of wonderful weekends with girlfriends on certain islands because of this fear. Never mind I know how to swim. But June 4th 2010, [...]

Intimate partner violence and ICTs

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

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A woman is at more risk in places where she is supposed to feel safe and with people she is supposed to trust the most. The story of a 26 year old Brenda Karamuzi, who was allegedly murdered by her lover and thrown in a septic tank is still fresh in many a Ugandan’s mind. [...]

Africa ICT News round-up

Friday, January 15, 2010

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Telecentres struggle to take-off in Rwanda The government may lose Rwf155m if the requirements needed to operate equipment Public Information Kiosks (PIK) are not met soon. The equipment is practically not functioning due to low connectivity among others. A PIK unit is basically composed of a computer, a kiosk frame, a kiosk touch screen, a [...]

Kenya Digital Study

Monday, January 11, 2010

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The Kenya ICT Board and TNS Research International are conducting an online survey to understand Internet usage and potential among Kenyans. You can participate in this online study that will take you no more than 25 minutes. Your opinion and feedback will help in identifying existing gaps and potential with regard to Internet availability and [...]

Africa needs strong ICT policies

Monday, January 11, 2010

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I literally stumbled upon this interesting article that highlights the need for strong ICT policies in Africa. The writer notes that this will help African countries either become an integral part of the global knowledge economy or find themselves on the wrong side of the digital divide. Publishing scientific findings and accessing the research of [...]