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Technologies and African Societies in Pandemic Times: Using Technology to Survive and Thrive During the Covid-19 Era
Technologies and African Societies in Pandemic Times: Using Technology to Survive and Thrive During the Covid-19 Era
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ITU and WHO created a joint declaration to utilize ICTs to overcome the crisis. "Technologies and African Societies in Pandemic Times" explores the impact of COVID-19 on African societies in North and West Africa through the lens of technology and social media, highlighting stories of survival, coping, and economic thriving. People used music, art, and social media to reinvent the community and stay connected.
Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc
The Coronavirus pandemic, which emerged in February 2020, swiftly escalated to become a global health emergency, necessitating urgent international action. In response, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the World Health Organization (WHO) jointly issued a declaration in April of that year, underscoring their commitment to leveraging Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) to combat the pandemic.
Technologies and African Societies in Pandemic Times delves into the profound impact of COVID-19 on African societies in North and West Africa, examining the role of technology and social media in navigating this challenging period. The book's authors shed light on how ordinary individuals grappled with the pandemic's onset, the development of vaccines, and the eventual dissemination of relief efforts. Through captivating narratives, the authors showcase the resilience, adaptability, and ultimately economic prosperity of communities as they weathered the storm.
Furthermore, the authors delve into the innovative ways in which people utilized music, art, and social media to rebuild and strengthen their communities. They highlight the power of these platforms to share joy, alleviate pain, and foster a sense of connection amidst the isolation and uncertainty caused by the pandemic. This book serves as a testament to the human spirit's enduring strength and the remarkable ways in which technology and social media can be harnessed to overcome adversity.
Weight: 567g
ISBN-13: 9781786304520
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