Mobile phones are the success story of bridging the rural digital divide, bringing tangible economic benefits and acting as agents of social mobilization through improved communication. But what are the real challenges that face reaching rural areas, and what are some of today’s most beneficial applications that can help these rural communities, specifically regarding agriculture development?
This Forum will examine the challenges that rural communities face in enhancing the benefits of mobi more...

A bulk SMS communication program, intended for use by NGOs.

This blog contains thoughts, observations and experiences on what's happening at the crossroad of mobile technology and economic, social and political changes in Emerging and development markets. And, more importantly, why it solicits feedback, exchange of ideas and foster debates on these critical issues that affect individuals, communities, business, the media and public institutions in those countries and around the world.