Information Technology Transfer to African Nations: An Economic Development Mandate

Godwin J Udo and Felix M Edoho

The Journal of Technology Transfer, 2000, vol. 25, issue 3, 329-42

Abstract: The global revolution caused by the advancement and deployment of information technology (IT) demands the full involvement of the entire international community if the technology is to be ultimately effective. IT which continues to revolutionize all facets of life in the developed world has the potential to affect African countries in historic proportions. IT presents several opportunities and challenges for developing African countries, including Africa. There are opportunities for fostering technological capabilities, and thus enhancing the prospect of economic development. This paper highlights the opportunities facing African countries in the information age. The challenges that African countries must face in order to experience the full impact of the technology are discussed. A policy framework for the transfer of IT to African countries is presented and several Internet resources relating to IT transfer in Africa are provided. Copyright 2000 by Kluwer Academic Publishers

Date: 2000
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