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Revolutionizing ICT and Agribusiness: A Conversation with M-Farm CE...

M-Farm, a Kenyan SME that continues to transform agriculture, was named by infoDev as a Top 20 Access to Market and Finance selectee. This highlight celebrates the story of M-Farm's founder and CEO Jamila Abass, tracing the development of an exciting and growing initiative.

Indian authorities demand censorship from Google and Facebook

"The Indian government has sanctioned the prosecution of 21 web companies, including giants Google and Facebook, for publishing offensive content, warning that it will block the websites “like in China” if no pre-moderation takes place."An Indian judge ruled that some content available through the more...

Rural Agricultural Communities, Climate Change and ICTs: New Strate...

Written for strategic planners and project managers involved in rural agricultural development, this new briefing provides best practice guidance on ICT use to support climate change awareness, mitigation, monitoring and adaptation for rural agricultural communities. more...

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Access to improved water source and satisfaction with services

In recent years access to safe and reliable water supplies has received increased government attention in Ethiopia. As a result, the national coverage rate for this service has gradually improved. Yet millions of people in rural areas still do not get drinking water from an improved water source. more...

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International Water Management Institute (IWMI) wins 2012 Stockholm Water Prize

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The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), with headquarters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, has been awarded the 2012 Stockholm Water Prize. The institute receives the annual award – US$ 150,000 and a crystal sculpture – for their “pioneering research that has that has served to improve agriculture water management, enhance food security, protect environmental health and alleviate poverty in developing countries”.

WSSCC Executive Director Jon Lane stepping down in August 2012

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Mr. Jon Lane, Executive Director of the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC), is stepping down from his post in August 2012, having led the organisation since 2007. During his 5-year directorship, Mr. Lane helped WSSCC to change its its strategic focus to sanitation and hygiene.

Water For People and Akvo to co-develop FLOW monitoring tool

In March 2012, Water for People (USA) and Akvo (Netherlands) entered an agreement to further develop FLOW, a field-level monitoring tool. Akvo will lead on product development and support while Water For People will lead in product field-testing and monitoring …

“Toilet Team” director leaves Gates Foundation to lead CGIAR Consortium

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Less than two years after joining the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, “Toilet Team” director Frank Rijsberman is taking on a new position as CEO of the CGIAR Consortium. The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers (CGIAR) coordinates the work 15 international centres, including the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), where Dr. Rijsberman served as Director General from 2000 to 2007.

Uganda: government setting up Hand Pump Mechanics Associations in all rural districts

Members of the Lira District Hand Pump Mechanics Association undergo refresher training

Forming associations for hand pump mechanics in Uganda has enhanced the services they provide and ultimately improved functionality, a new study  shows. Now the government, through the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE), and its development partners have decided to set up Hand Pump Mechanics Associations (HPMAs) in all districts in Uganda.

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