23 April 2008
Nairobi — A partnership between a local technology company and a US-based firm will enable Kenyans in the rural areas to access information and telecommunication services.
Kenya Data Networks (KDN) and non-profit organisation, Inveneo, plan to roll out an information technology infrastructure powered by alternative energy sources in areas where electricity and broadband options are limited.
The project will see affordable solar and battery powered computers introduced in the remotest parts of the country.
KDN managing director, Kai Wulff, said yesterday, that a majority of Kenyans are cut off from basic communication technologies, which undermines economic development in these areas.
Power source
"Under the initiative, the communication stations are low powered computers requiring 12 watts of power. They can be run on solar, bicycle, wind or other forms of power with solar being the primary source.
"They do not contain an internal power source, but rely on external sources-charged by solar cells and are designed for use in schools, clinics, field offices, community centers and internet cafes."
Inveneo CEO, Mark Summer said they aimed to provide ICT tools to organisations and people who need them most.
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