Posts tagged: grand visions

Are mobile phones transforming Africa?

14 December 2016 0

The latest version of the Economist contains a boldly-titled piece: ‘Mobile phones are transforming Africa‘.  The general sense in the piece is that, where connectivity exists, mobile phones and computers are an important contributor to economic growth. However, connectivity is uneven and Africa’s economic development is hampered by a lack of access. This is an… Read More: Are mobile phones transforming Africa? »

The Impact of Connectivity in Africa: Grand Visions and the Mirage of Inclusive Digital Development

20 October 2016 0

My colleagues Nicolas Friederici, Sanna Ojanperä, and I have recently finished a paper in which we analyse ‘Grand Visions’ of how Internet connectivity affects development in Africa. In the paper, we contrast these visions with the actually available empirical evidence to support those claims. You will be able to read our full conclusions in the paper below: Friederici, N.… Read More: The Impact of Connectivity in Africa: Grand Visions and the… »