If you have been taking keen interest
in the development progress of our nation, then you are well aware of the increased
interest in the ICT sector and the passionate exploration of the opportunities
that it can offer to us today.
In this modern age, the role of
technology in improving the lives of the people cannot be underestimated. More
people especially in the rural areas are increasingly embracing ICT and this
can be seen through the numbers coming at our Maarifa Center for ICT training
and other computer services.
Even in the heart of Maasailand; in
Enkirrinkiri, Olturoto, Nalepo or in Inkiito, ICT is steadily penetrating. And
such is the power of the internet! A Maasai livestock farmer sparing two hours
of precious time that could be used to search for pasture; a political
candidate vying for the seat of Member of Parliament finds time amidst all the hustle
and bustle of his campaigns to get ICT training and a lady defying her husband’s
orders by coming to get ICT training.
Amazingly, social media or web 2.0,
as others refer to it is the new platform through which knowledge is being
rapidly generated, exchanged, stored, retrieved and disseminated. Through the
power of social media, friendships are developed, good people are connected
with good causes, and funds and awareness are raised for various causes.
More people now visiting the Center
seek assistance to open Facebook, Gmail, Yahoo, Twitter, LinkedIn accounts amongst
others.
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| Users at the Maarifa Center |
But overall, it is fascinating to see
the level of ambition the people of Isinya have, young and old alike – despite
their backgrounds and harsh conditions they face, they know that exposure to
ICT has and continues to expand their horizons.But most importantly; these people
have the right attitude. A sense of unity and
common purpose: because in spite of all these, ICT is bringing them together,
and providing them with a 21st Century digital identity, African and
ICT literate.
They have embraced a mindset where failure
and difficulty is not the end of the story but a learning
opportunity for those thought to be forgotten!
Simply inspiring!
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