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Development through dialogue: report of a research initiative — by Web editor — last modified 2008-07-03 15:37

Ms Cummings completed a research study of Dgroups which took place from September 2006 to July 2007. This study is part of the KIT Working Papers Series.

Consultants Inter Access released for African development — by Web editor — last modified 2008-07-03 15:06

Inter Access realised another ICT project in Burkina Faso. Senior consultants at Inter Access get the opportunity to address developing countries to contribute to its further development. Richard Uijen drew up a travel and mission report.

Using ICTs to develop local content for schools: What’s hot? — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 09:29

There are plenty of theories about how ICTs can be used to develop local content for schools in developing countries, but very few actual examples from the field. A group of 22 educational practitioners from IICD-supported projects that use ICT to develop local content were therefore invited to share their experiences in a 4-day Cross Country Learning Event (CCLE) in Accra, Ghana at the end of May.

Mapping telecentres in Bolivia — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 10:51

The National ICT for development network TICBolivia has published an information and mapping overview of telecentres, information centres and points of connection in Bolivia. This systemization serves the general public.

User-driven solutions: innovation in IICD's work — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 09:28

ICTs have proven to help to solve development challenges. IICD's focus has not been on introducing technological innovation in development sectors purely because they were ‘innovative’ or new on the market. Instead IICD has rather employed participatory, multi-stakeholder approaches to identify and solve structural problems in key sectors such as education, health and agriculture.

‘Knowledge is Power for Service’: ICT at Morning Star School in Ghana — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 10:42

On 27 May, a group of 22 schoolteachers, ministry officials, and ICT4E Network and Project Coordinators from eight countries, braved Accra’s rush-hour traffic for an early morning visit to Morning Star; a private Secondary School in the centre of town. They toured the Computer Labs and learned about the school’s experiences with integrating ICT into the curriculum.

Rural Connectivity and Energy for ICT in Jamaica — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 09:28

In 2007, Valerie Gorden carried out a study on behalf of IICD and ICT4D Jamaica. She researched the availability and cost of Internet access in various locations in Jamaica, particularly the rural areas. This benchmark of the connectivity status in Jamaica as of November 2007, and six months hence, lays the foundations for continuing to monitor this status.

WIDnet celebrates 4th anniversary with open day and new booklet — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-26 10:40

To mark the 4th anniversary of the Women’s Information for Development Network (WIDnet) in Zambia, the non-profit organisation is hosting an open day. The celebration also coincides with the launch of their very first mini-booklet – which outlines their mission and includes a compilation of recent stories and experiences from women who have come to the organisation for IT skills training.

Rural Connectivity and Energy for ICT: Jamaica Country Report — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 09:29

In 2007, Valerie Gorden carried out a study on behalf of IICD and ICT4D Jamaica. She researched the availability and cost of Internet access in various locations in Jamaica, particularly the rural areas. This benchmark of the connectivity status in Jamaica as of November 2007, and six months hence, lays the foundations for continuing to monitor this status.

TNO consortium looks into satellite communication for developing countries — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-26 10:36

TNO, ActNow, Avanti Communications and IICD have joined forces to conduct research into the use of satellite communications in developing countries. The consortium will develop a reference model for capacity development with regard to using satellite communication. Satellite communication is one of the best options for landlocked countries on the African continent to get broadband connection as laying cables is often too expensive.

Mali’s Minister of Health visits hospital in Mopti — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-24 11:48

In April, Mr Oumar Ibrahima Touré, Mali’s Minister of Health, visited the regional hospital in Mopti to see, among other things, how teleradiology is used in practice. This was an excellent opportunity to promote the benefits of the teleradiology project supported by IICD and to get the government on board.

Can the $100 laptop really reduce the digital divide? IICD spends the day at Afrikadag, Den Haag. — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-23 12:32

On April 19th 2008, over 1900 people from the Netherlands and beyond descended on the Haagse Hogeschool in Den Haag to attend the annual Afrikadag. During the day, IICD hosted a debate that looked into how to make innovative solutions work in developing countries.

Unforgettable trip to Zambia with Atos Origin — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-23 13:39

Hot on the heels of the new two-year partnership agreement signed in January 2008, two consultants from Atos Origin Learning Solutions recently travelled to Zambia to deliver a practical workshop and a number of seminars, in support of various IICD-supported education projects.

IICD is looking for an Officer Knowledge Sharing - Online Communications — by Web editor — last modified 2008-07-04 10:50

Due to maternity and parenthood leave, IICD seeks to strenghten its team with a replacement for approximately seven months.

Annual report 2007 now online! — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 13:47

We are pleased to present IICD’s first online annual report. With only a few clicks you will be able to read all about our work, results and impact in 2007.

Implementing new technologies in the South: a conversation with Caroline Figuères — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-10 15:47

The Spanda Foundation published an interview with Ms Figuères, IICD's Managing Director. She explains IICD's methodology and how people in developing countries use ICT build a better future.

Northern Ghanaian wireless practitioners to pilot shared connectivity in Tamale — by James Powell — last modified 2008-06-23 13:42

Forming the basis of their first major project, the Northern Ghana Wireless Administrators’ User Group has been brought in by IICD on behalf of the Ministry of Communications - to showcase the possibilities and benefits of a shared wireless connectivity model in Salaga.

IICD enters new Global Teenager Project partnership — by James Powell — last modified 2008-06-30 10:55

On May 8th, Caroline Figuères, IICD’s Managing Director, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bob Hofman, Managing Director of the Dutch Foundation The Round Table to host and coordinate Global Teenager Project activities for the next three years.

PSO and IICD: building capacities in innovative projects — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-23 11:20

IICD has a longstanding relationship with PSO, which evolved from funding of projects to a true partnership based on added values of both organisations.

The Global Digital Solidarity Fund and IICD sign a Memorandum of Understanding — by Web editor — last modified 2008-05-29 09:45

The Global Digital Solidarity Fund (DFS) Foundation fights the digital divide by promoting North-South and South-South cooperation in the field of information and communication technology (ICT). They do so by supporting community developmental actions, while respecting cultural diversity and local contexts.