ICTworks features posts on the use of information and communication technologies for development, including:
- Case studies and success stories: ICTworks highlights the impact of specific ICT4D projects or initiatives, and discusses the challenges and lessons learned from implementing them.
- Research and analysis: We delve into the latest research on digital development, discussing the results of studies or analyses and exploring the implications for practitioners and policymakers.
- Opinion pieces: Guest writers offer their perspective as experts and practitioners on a range of issues related to ICT4D, such as the role of technology in development, the challenges of implementing digital projects, or the importance of sustainability in development efforts.
- News and updates: Blog posts provide updates on the latest developments in the field, including new projects, research findings, and events.
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How InkubaLM is Revolutionizing Locally-Led Development in Africa
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We Must Bring Digital Literacy to Remote Communities
In the dense foliage of the Amazon rainforest, the Marubo tribe, a remote indigenous community, recently witnessed a monumental change: the arrival of Starlink...
Introducing the United States AI in Global Development Playbook
The world stands at a precarious moment as we work towards shared prosperity. The global community is on track to meet just 17% of the United Nations Sustainable...
Will Generative AI Steal My Business Development Job?
Generative AI solutions are impressive. You can use GenAI to create written documents that are almost indistinguishable from college-level essays. This feature...
How to Fix the Medical Equipment Breakdown Crisis in LMICs
In many low-resource countries, hospitals and health clinics can’t provide sufficient patient care because up to 40% of basic medical equipment is absent or broken,...
10 Examples of Generative AI Solutions for 6 Global Health Challenges
Generative artificial intelligence is poised to transform healthcare by revolutionizing clinical decision-making and improving patient outcomes.
This technology...
Why OpenRAN is a Strategic Imperative for International Development Programs
The global digital divide remains a critical barrier to inclusive development in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Access to affordable, reliable internet...
What Is AI4Good? Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Social Impact
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, impacting various sectors from healthcare to finance....
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