Enhancing ICT development in Africa : a framework for collaboration between NEPAD and RENs

Date

2010

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Publisher

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Abstract

The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) was adopted by African Heads of State and Governments of the African Union in 2001. The presentation provides an overview of NEPAD activities and policies. The goal is to increase socioeconomic benefits afforded by the Internet and ICTs in Africa. A collaborative framework brings together academia, private sector, government and civil society organizations as stakeholders.

Description

Meeting: UbuntuNet Connect, November, 2010
PowerPoint presentation

Keywords

RESEARCH NETWORKS, NREN, INTERNET ACCESS AND USAGE, HIGHER EDUCATION, CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS, TELECOM POLICY, AFRICAN ORGANIZATIONS, SOUTH OF SAHARA

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