Media

Online Discussion on the African Media and the Information Society
(aisi-media-l)

This online discussion list provides a platform and space for African media practitioners to reflect on the many issues for enhancing the role of the Media (journalists and institutions) in the information society. It also serves as a forum for exchange of knowledge, information, lessons, and resources on information society issues in Africa.

Currently, there are 71 members on the list.

Civil Society

AISI-L

The AISI-L list is a discussion list for general information exchange among the principal organisations and individuals involved in the implementation of the AISI programmes. For subscription, contact: aopoku-mensah@uneca.org

Currently, there are over 350 members on the list, and the list is actively being used by the African civil society for their preparation to the World Summit on the Information Society.

Academia

Online Discussion on the African Academia and the Information Society
(aisi-academia-l)

The general aim of the African Academia electronic discussion list is to determine how universities and other higher education institutions see their involvement in the development of information societies. And in which areas? For further info, contact: aopoku-mensah@uneca.org

Currently, there are over 100 members on the list.

Government Focal Points

Online Discussion for WSIS focal points of African governments (aisi-wsis-l)

The discussion list aims at providing a platform for the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) focal points of African governments to address issues related to the WSIS process, and share experiences and lessons about preparations at national and regional level, to ensure adequate and active African participation in the process. It also aims at organising common African voices in the information society development with coordination from Bamako Bureau

Currently, there are 82 members on the list.

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