Leading research and advisory firm Caribou Digital, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has released a new report on African young people and digital technology experiences, titled"Youth in Digital Africa: Our connections. Our choices. Our future."The new research highlights young people's voices calling for more investment and support for digital infrastructure, skills training, and inclusive policies to unlock youth potential.
Young Africans with disabilities voiced their challenges with the high cost of acquiring essential assistive technologies, like screen readers for the visually impaired, and the skills to use them, creating a significant barrier in leveraging digital tools. The story of Papi, a participant in the report from Rwanda, illustrates this in his account.
The report also showcases the empowering potential of digital technologies for young Africans. It highlights how these tools enable them to connect, build networks, discover opportunities, and access resources and skills training. The report emphasises the critical role digital access played during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lockdowns forced many young African businesses to close, but those with internet access were able to pivot online, keeping some afloat.
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