Connect Africa Service Network Locations
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
ZAMBIA TRIAL LOCATIONS:
NAME
GPS
COORDINATES
LOCATION
TYPE
OPERATOR
Mukokmena Village
S 15.01.331
E 26.52.190
Purpose built traditional hut
Bravo Tel / Iridium
T Belengu & Maureen
Nakanjori Village
S 15.09.291
E 26.45.207
School
Thuraya PCO
N Evans
Makunku Village
S 15.23.718
E 26.47.368
Clinic
Thuraya PCO
C Mumba
Nalusanga Gate
S 14.58.237
E 26.42.661
Kiosk / shop
Thuraya PCO
Doreen K
Chunga Camp
S 15.02.563
E 26.00.003
ZAWA Office
Thuraya PCO
Beatrice Njungu & Hilda
Tobacco Board of
Zambia (TBZ)
S 14.53.109
E 25.23.055
Beer hall
Thuraya PCO
S Situmbeko
SOUTH AFRICA TRIAL LOCATIONS:
Mogalakwena Municipality: Vodacom community phones [...]
Videos
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
VIDEOS ON CONNECT AFRICA:
ZAMBIA: SOUTH AFRICA:
VIDEO ON INTEL E-LEARNING SERIES ALLIANCE:
Computers & Equipment
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
The Proof of Concept vehicle will have the following equipment installed (all computer and peripheral hardware generously provided by HP):
Printer: All in one Photo & colour printer, fax, copier and scanner.
Camera: Digital camera
Computer: Desktop and/or Laptop for Internet and email access
Server: Proxy server for School connectivity (for curriculum & school performance data)
Operating System: Linux
Applications: Open [...]
Satellite
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
Where cellular coverage is not available (in most rural areas outside of South Africa) a satellite link will need to be established for both telephony and data transmission.
The current high cost of these services will significantly impact on both the nature and frequency of the Connect Africa service and it will be imperative to find [...]
Zambia
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
Connect Africa Zambia has developed a best for purpose ICT and logistics infrastructure to facilitate the delivery of multiple services to rural communities in Africa.
Using a unique combination of social enterprise and entrepreneurship Connect Africa provides a gateway for public and private sector organisations to deliver their respective services directly to the rural people of [...]
People
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by CA in Uncategorized
ZAMBIA OFFICE
Dion Jerling
Special Projects Director
London, UK
Lusaka, Zambia
Johannesburg, South Africa
Dean Mulozi
Country Manager
Western Province, Zambia
Debbie Miller
Strategy Analyst – Virginia, USA
Debbie passed away on the 31st May 2010 after bravely fighting the injuries she tragically incurred on a camping trip over the Easter weekend. She was a beloved friend, colleague and an inspiration to us all. Bon Voyage [...]
Summary of events, 2006
Posted on 15. Oct, 2006 by CA in Archives
This is a summary of the highlights of the year. Interestingly there were no major low points other than the usual budget constraints and the inevitable sponsorship rejections.
Other than a very small income from the Vodacom Community Phones and some services there was no income generated by Connect Africa (CA) during 2006. The year consisted [...]
September Newsletter, 2006
Posted on 29. Sep, 2006 by CA in Archives
Hello Everyone!
Here’s the latest news on Connect Africa.
Welcome to Melanie, Hilton and Brett!
I’m delighted to welcome Melanie Malema who joined us in July. Melanie brings with her a wealth of NGO and Development Sector experience and will be responsible for operational management out of our Rivonia office (kindly provided by TC3 and Galaxy Media).
Welcome [...]