Bridges
Bridges.or is an international non-profit 501(c)(3)and Section 21 organisation with a mission to help people in developing countries achieve Real Access to information and communications technology (ICT).
Primary web addresses
http://www.bridges.org
Email
info@bridges.org
Main Address
12 Plein Street
South Africa
7551 Durbanville
South Africa
7551 Durbanville
Country
South Africa
Telephone numbers
No telephones
Joined OneWorld
28.05.2002
Features
05.05.2005
Study of pilot project using mobile phones for healthcare in Africa finds that technology works, but implementation, management and human factors are real hurdles.
more...Related topics/regions: [Africa] [Southern Africa] [South Africa] [ICT]
Image: Technologies and human development
26.11.2004
The online discussion forum FOSS: Policy and Development Implications is launched to critically discuss the developmental role of FOSS. An initiative of several civil society organisations and UN agencies from Africa and Asia, this e-discussion focuses on, among other aspects, the economic potentials of FOSS in achieving the MDGs.
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10.11.2004
This is a comprehensive guide that lays down for Africa proven methods of using second-hand computers to break the digital divide. The guide describes the steps towards starting a computer refurbishment centre and managing it.
MoreRelated topics/regions: [Africa] [ICT] [Civil society]
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