Monthly Archives: January 2009

On having nothing good to say.

Posted on January 27, 2009 by theresa

A client just told Bertrand and I that he’s moving to Ghana because Benin is dysfunctional. Corruption, la jalousie, and the day-to-day difficulties of doing business seem to be chasing entrepreneurs to Accra and Paris. He couldn’t understand why we … Continue reading →

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On mobile tech, and laptops, and technology in Africa

Posted on January 27, 2009 by theresa

Everybody’s talking mobile! Will mobile phones with keyboards replace laptops? Was the OLPC doomed from the start? Why don’t any of these ICT4D projects seem to be run by Africans, anyway? Ushahidi! Web 2.0! Durable products built by Africans for … Continue reading →

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I’m a winner!

Posted on January 15, 2009 by theresa

A few weeks ago, Afrigator launched the second round of their Afigreater competition. For the month of December, they asked their users to talk about things that make them crazy about the service. It was a brave move. A lot … Continue reading →

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How to make sure you don’t get invited back to Theresa’s place

Posted on January 14, 2009 by theresa

Sometimes, expats really get to me. Remember how I ranted about how I hate the bizarre hierarchies in development communities? Well, here’s the NUMBER ONE WAY to make sure you get scratched off my guest list: Be a jerk to … Continue reading →

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