Title: Information and communication technology (ICT) in education in five arab states
Source: UNESCO, UNESCO Institute for Statistics, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization
Date (published): 15/04/2013
Date (accessed): 20/05/2013
Type of information: information paper
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: More than ever, the advent of the knowledge economy and global economic competition compel governments to prioritise educational quality, lifelong learning and the provision of equal opportunities for all. Education policymakers widely accept that improved access to information and communication technology (ICT) in education can help individuals to compete in a global economy by creating a skilled work force and facilitating social mobility. They emphasise that ICT in education has a multiplier effect throughout the education system, by enhancing learning and providing students with new sets of skills; by reaching students with poor or no access (especially those in rural and remote regions); by facilitating and improving the training of teachers; and by minimising costs associated with the delivery of instruction.

Title: ICTs are key to growth and inclusion in post-revolution Tunisia
Authors: Zack Brisson, Kate Krontiris
Source: infoDev
Date (published): 13/05/2013
Date (accessed): 14/05/2013
Type of information: research report
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: According to a new report commissioned by infoDev, information and communication technologies (ICTs) can reduce regional disparities in Tunisia by accelerating economic development and social inclusion. The unemployment rate is between 20 to 30% in the more isolated interior, compared to less than 10% in the main coastal cities. The study "Tunisia: from revolutions to institutions" stresses how technology-oriented small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) can generate economic expansion and job growth, including in the economically-isolated interior provinces. Tunisian ICT companies are likely to find an attractive market in Northern Africa and parts of Europe, thanks to Arabic and French language skills and lower labor costs.

Title: The Impact and Reach of MOOCs: A Developing Countries’ Perspective
Author: Tharindu Liyanagunawardena, Shirley Williams, Andrew Adams
Source: Elearningeuropa.info
Date (published): 09/05/2013
Date (accessed): 14/05/2013
Type of information: online article
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: Massively Open Online Courses (MOOCs) are a recent but hugely popular phenomenon in the online learning world. They are hailed by many as a solution for the developing world’s lack of access to education because MOOCs can provide learning opportunities to a massive number of learners from anywhere in the world as long as they can access the course through Internet.

Title: Scaling Internet-Based Startups in African Markets
Author: Will Mutua
Source: Afrinnovator
Date (published): 02/05/2013
Date (accessed): 03/05/2013
Type of information: blog post
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: The difficulty of doing Internet business in many African markets is that one may likely find that they have significant challenges with market development in addition to product development. In fact, it may well be that product development is the easiest piece of the puzzle relative to the task of market development.

Title: Google Launches Mobile Micropayments in Africa
Author: Jessica McKenzie
Source: Techpresident
Date (published): 30/04/2013
Date (accessed): 03/05/2013
Type of information: blog post
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: Google just announced the launch of rebranded electronic payment system BebaPay in Kenya, home to the popular and successful mobile money system M-Pesa. With the BebaPay card, Google tackles the notoriously chaotic bus system in Kenya.

Title: Impact of the internet in Africa. Establishing conditions for success and catalysing inclusive growth in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal
Authors: James Mwangi, Robin Miller, Daniel Tuttle, Daniel Kaplan, Kagwiria Koome, Ata Cisse, Matthew Shakhovskoy, Adam Bradlow, Modou Fall, Rachel-Diane Epoupa, Hans Uldall Poulsen, Daniel Kaplan, Pooja Bhatia, Kerry DeGale
Source: Dalberg
Date (published): 18/04/2013
Date (accessed): 19/04/2013
Type of information: research report
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: This report describes the role of the Internet on the socioeconomic development of Sub-Saharan Africa and its potential going forward. This report defines the scope of economic benefits broadly, including opportunities to drive inclusive growth and to address social and inequality goals. Although it uses a macro-economic analysis to review the underlying enabling conditions, it relies heavily on a broadbased survey of African businesses. It aims to understand the opportunities the Internet has brought these small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the barriers business owners face as they try to tap opportunities, and the Internet’s potential future impact on them. The report includes a micro-level impact analysis of the Internet’s current and potential impact on socioeconomic development across seven sectors.

Title: The Power of Mobile: Saving Uganda's Banana Crop
Author: Lyudmila Bujoreanu
Source: Information and Communications for Development - The World Bank blog
Date (published): 15/04/2013
Date (accessed): 16/04/2013
Type of information: blog post
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: Case study about the mobile-helped fight against Banana Bacterial Wilt (BBW) infection.

Title: Online and upcoming: The Internet's impact on India
Authors: Chandra Gnanasambandam, Anu Madgavkar, Noshir Kaka, James Manyika, Michael Chui, Jaques Bughin, Malcolm Gomes
Publisher: McKinsey&Company
Date (published): 15/12/2012
Date (accessed): 10/04/2012
Type of information: research report executive summary
Language: English
On-line access: yes (pdf)
Abstract: The report assesses the impact of the Internet on India's economy, estimating its impact on GDP. As a basis of comparison, the research group used a set of 57 countries, both developed and developing.

Title: eGhana Project Receives Biometric Boost
Source: IT News Africa
Date (published): 09/04/2013
Date (accessed): 09/04/2013
Type of information: blog post
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: Gemalto, an established provider of digital security services, has been appointed as prime contractor and turnkey supplier to provide Ghana Immigration Services (GIS) with a highly secure electronic visa and border management solution. This initiative is part of the eGhana project, an ambitious plan with backing from the World Bank to create a modern IT infrastructure that can support the country’s sustainable development plans in the years ahead.

Title: 10 African Innovation Incubators To Watch
Author: Chris Tredger
Source: IT News Africa
Date (published): 05/04/2013
Date (accessed): 08/04/2013
Type of information: blog post
Language: English
On-line access: yes
Abstract: In this list the author explore several high profile communities from across Africa, listed according to criteria that includes online presence, level of service/s, impact on socio-economic development, size, focus, cost and length of time in existence.