The Virtual Forum "Mobile Telephony in Rural Areas"

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. This Forum examined the challenges that rural communities face in enhancing the benefits of mobile telephony, and looked at some examples of interesting initiatives and good outcomes from around the globe.

Thank you to the over 150 community members from over 50 countries who participated in this exciting forum 17-28 November 2008!

The forum is over, but the discussion continues! We still look forward to your input! Due to demand, we will be keeping the forum open, for you to give your opinion on what you feel is your vision for the future of Mobile Telephony in Agriculture Development.

The Policy Brief is now availble.

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Interviews with mobile phone experts:
#2 Naimur Rahman

As follow-up of the Virtual Forum on "Mobile Telephony in Rural Areas"in November, Ms. Anna-Maria Walter had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Naimur Rahman, head of the OneWorld office in South Asia. Naimur shared his experiences from the LifeLines India project and his vision for the future of ICTs in Rural Development with Anna-Maria. To read the full interview click here.