Project Details


WSIS Prizes Contest 2017 Nominee

Promoting connected communities through 600 WIFI Hotspots and 270 Computer Clubs


Description

To reduce the digital divide and promote connected communities, 600 Wi-Fi hotspots with 10 MB Internet connection through Optical Fibre, are being set up in public places across Mauritius. While the Wi-Fi access is being promoted by bringing one’s own device, the needs of people who do not possess a smart phone or a laptop have also been catered for by the setup of 270 Computer Clubs across the country. The project is oriented towards providing universal access to ICT to all segments of the population.

Project website

http://www.ncb.mu


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Action lines related to this project
  • AL C1. The role of governments and all stakeholders in the promotion of ICTs for development 2017
Sustainable development goals related to this project
  • Goal 4: Quality education
  • Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • Goal 10: Reduced inequalities

Coverage
  • Mauritius

Status

Completed

Start date

01 December 2014

End date

01 August 2017


Entity name

National Computer Board

Entity country—type

Mauritius Government

Entity website

http://www.ncb.mu

Partners

Microsoft; Mauritius Telecom; Ministry of Technology, Communication and Innovation