ICT Development

The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries, Vol 39 (2009)

Information Literacy in Kenya
Khushbu Tilvawala, Michael David Myers, Antonio Díaz Andrade

Abstract

There are a growing number of information and communications technologies (ICT) initiatives in developing countries. These initiatives are usually undertaken on the basis that they are important for social and economic development. However, one barrier to the efficient utilisation of ICT in developing countries is the relatively low level of information literacy. Without the ability to manipulate and use information effectively, investments in ICT-for-development projects may be unsuccessful. In this research project, three ICT initiatives in Kenya are analysed in the light of the dimensions of information literacy. Implications for other developing countries are discussed.