By Syed Raza, Rebecca Furst-Nichols, Bapu Vaitla

Cross-Post: Leveraging Mobile Data to Achieve the SDGs

New mobile trends reveal how the spread of digital technology is impacting the world: As of 2017, five billion people—two-thirds of the global population—now use mobile phones to connect to life-enhancing opportunities and services, according to GSMA. Greater access to mobile technology means that more data is being generated; use of this data can improve […]

By Rachel Sibande

Taking the Next Step to Implement Data4Development in Malawi

Malawi is a country of more than 17 million people stretching over 118,000 sq km in Southern Africa. The country is called the warm heart of Africa for the friendliness and compassion of its people and the beautiful warm waters of Lake Malawi. However, there are multiple challenges facing Malawi’s economy and public health sector. […]

By Maurice Sayinzoga

Inspired by the Next Generation of African Leaders

Yesterday, the Digital Impact Alliance (DIAL) participated in the Partnership Expo at the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. This fellowship is part of an initiative launched by President Obama in 2010 to support the next generation of African Leaders. The Mandela Washington Fellowship brought together hundreds of young African professionals, age 18-35 years, […]