Algorithms in Africa

A challenge to those who see Internet access as the key to development

Wayne Marshall, UNIX programmer and African resident, shares concern over what he names "the new zeal of the high-tech missionary" - delivering internet access. Access delivery does not mean that projects are planned well. They need to be carried out with insight into issues like sustainability and relevance.

A UNIX programmer and African resident shares concern over what he names "the new zeal of the high-tech missionary" - delivering internet access. Access delivery does not mean that projects are planned well. They need to be carried out with insight into issues like sustainability and relevance.

Take a look at issues like the Digital Divide and what Wayne Marshall calls "The New Tech Testament". His description of tech projects provide insights into their successes and failures.