Product Description

Bringing together in-depth analysis and critical insights into the potential benefits of improved technology in Africa's development, this work illustrates the central role information and communication technologies can play in the delivery of efficient and effective services by governments and agencies. The potential political rewards of better digital technology are discussed, as is the important role digital networks could play in establishing increased communication and profits among businesses. In exploring these topics, considerations such as financial accountability, private and corporate responsibility, and social considerations are also brought to light.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1581802 in Books
• Published on: 2004-10-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 288 pages

Review
"Technology has produced the information age. Now it is up to all of us to build an information society. But let us recognize that we are embarked on an endeavour that transcends technology. Building an open, empowering information society is a social, economic and ultimately political challenge." --Kofi Annan, UN Secretary General

About the Author
Karima Bounemra Ben Soltane is the director of the Development Information Services Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. Nino Orlando Fluck is a senior cartographer at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. Aida Opoku-Mensah is a team leader for United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. M. A. Mohamed Salih is a professor of politics of development both at the Institute of Social Studies in the Hague nd at University of Leiden in the Netherlands.