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What can you use the internet for? 🌐 We all know the internet is a powerful tool, but have you ever stopped to think about just how many cool things you can do online? Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, explore the world, or connect with people across the globe, the possibilities are endless! 🤯 In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing exciting, fun, and surprising ways you can use the internet. Ready to discover new things? Stay tuned for our #CoolInternetUses series! 💻✨

The Kijiji Yeetu community network is expanding, and we’re excited to be part of the next phase! 💪 This phase focuses on addressing gaps in internet service inconsistencies and lack of digital skills by providing functional, affordable, and secure connectivity in underserved Ugunja areas. 🛜 Internet Society Kenya Kijiji Yeetu Community Network Check out the project here! https://bit.ly/4fdF3M8

Proud to share the incredible progress at GONLINE AFRICA ICT HUB! 💻📈 In just a few months, we've trained over 200 youths in essential digital literacy skills. As we gear up for our official launch, our mission is to drive Africa’s digital transformation and empower thousands across the continent with innovative solutions and training programs. Stay tuned as we shape the future of tech in Africa! 🌍 #DigitalAfrica #ICTInnovation #TechForGood 48percent.org Internet Society Kenya Internet Society Foundation Kijiji Yeetu Community Network Florence Simba Albert Migowa Alphonce Odhiambo Mary Martha Abisoye Oyebade Alfonce Ouma GEORGE AUNGO Grace Ayuma ochango

🚀 We’re excited to share the results of the Digital Citizenship and Online Safety Training project with Webfala Digital Skills for all Initiative! With over 1400 participants across urban and rural areas, the training exceeded expectations for 99% of schools and empowered 100% of parents. 🙌 Teachers and students alike found it highly relevant and engaging, with 95% of educators and all students eager for more! 💻🔐 The project’s hands-on approach has successfully equipped communities with essential digital skills for safer, smarter online interactions. #DigitalCitizenship #OnlineSafety #DigitalSkills https://bit.ly/3ZTo6SN

We’re thrilled to be working with Tanda Community Network located in Kenya. In this project, they are offering a comprehensive training program in fiber optic technology. Check out the project here: https://bit.ly/4h8JMjL

In the last weeks, we’ve shared 12 things everyone should know about the digital divide and its impact. We’ve compiled everything into a blog post which you can read here! Photo: Battery Operated Systems for Community Outreach Uganda (BOSCO-U) https://bit.ly/3zFv2bq

Addressing the digital divide is an ongoing challenge. Future efforts will require continued investment in infrastructure, education, and policies to ensure equitable access to digital technologies. #DigitalDivide Photo: GONLINE AFRICA

At 48percent.org, we are thrilled to have contributed to this rural connectivity deployment! 🌍✨ unconnected.org, together with the local organization Fundación Etnollano, successfully connected remote communities along the Amazon River in Colombia to the internet. This project has been transformative, empowering these communities with access to education, healthcare, and new economic opportunities. Watching lives change as connectivity opens doors to the digital world has been nothing short of inspiring. We're proud of this collaboration and look forward to seeing the long term impact unfold! 📶

In Uganda, Hello World is providing Hello Hub community members across 6 regions with the digital awareness, confidence, skills and online safety strategies to enable them to use Hello Hubs and other digital tools meaningfully and safely. Want to know more? Check out this project: https://bit.ly/3MzaUKS

There are inspiring success stories of communities and individuals overcoming the digital divide. For example, rural areas have implemented innovative solutions to provide high-speed internet access. #DigitalDivide Photo: unconnected.org