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Bridging the digital divide in Sub-Saharan Africa: The rural challenge in Uganda

Michael Kasusse · 2005 · The International Information & Library Review

Summary. A 2002-2003 study in Uganda identified three key groups addressing the digital divide: information workers, business entrepreneurs, and policy makers. The research found that information workers and institutions like the National Library play a crucial role in bridging digital access gaps in rural Sub-Saharan Africa. The study used qualitative interviews and grounded theory analysis to understand strategies for connecting underserved populations to digital resources.

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Kasusse, M.. (2005). Bridging the digital divide in Sub-Saharan Africa: The rural challenge in Uganda. The International Information & Library Review. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iilr.2005.07.001

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DOI
10.1016/j.iilr.2005.07.001
Countries
Uganda
Regions
Africa
Categories
broadband-and-digital, regional-innovation-systems
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2026-04-28