Kobus Roux's Page

Organization

Meraka Institute

Website of the Organization

http://www.meraka.org.za

What is your role in this organization?:

Emerging Innovations Manager

Your email address

kroux@csir.co.za

Tipo de organizacion/sector

Research

What does your organization do? (100 Words Max.)

Advanced R&D in ICT, with objective to:
- Develop advanced skills in ICT R&D
- Work towards critical mass in certain ICT research domains
- Stimulate more innovations in the use of ICTs for greater benefit

Competences Areas

e-Learning, e-Health, e-government, Digital Inclusion, Open Source Software, Conectivity

Are you involved in a project and which one? (100 Words Max.)

1. Wireless Africa - To enable community wireless networks
2. Digital Doorways - To stimulate interest in computer technology and provide access in isolated communities
3. Living Labs - To have more user driven innovation

Why are you interested in the Digital World Forum ? (100 Words Max.)

Low cost technologies, international collaborations, changing the world.

How did you know about this Web site?

By invitation.