Time for a new India-Africa digital compact

Africa Day (May 25) marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963 and symbolises the continent’s ongoing journey towards unity, independence, and development. To usher in a new era of growth, the African Union’s Digital Transformation Strategy (2020-2030) positions digital innovation at the heart of its agenda. It recognises the need for…

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Google’s TalkBack now lets users ask questions about on-screen images using Gemini AI

On the occasion of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Google has announced a suite of new artificial intelligence (AI) and accessibility tools aimed at improving digital experiences for people with vision and hearing impairments. The updates will be introduced across Android devices and the Chrome browser, enhancing inclusivity through smart, user-friendly features. In a blog post…

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Clicking through barriers, empowering persons with disabilities

As India strives toward achieving a $1 trillion digital economy by 2028, digital citizenship has become indispensable for accessing e-governance services and basic entitlements. At this critical juncture, where India emphasises the need for “digital inclusion”, it is imperative to evaluate the effectiveness of the government’s strategies vis-Ă -vis the scale of digital reach, adoption, and…

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