Journal Contents: International Journal of ICT Research and Development in Africa (IJICTRDA)

Volume 4 (2014)
Issue 1
Article
Bridging Gender Gaps in Provision of Agricultural Extension Service Using ICT: Experiences from Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) Farmer Voice Radio (FVR) Project in Tanzania (pages 1-19)
C. Sanga (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania), V. J. Kalungwizi (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania), C. P. Msuya (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania)
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Interaction Patterns and ICT Use to Support the Livelihoods of Microenterprises (pages 20-40)
Frank Makoza (Department of Information Systems, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa), Wallace Chigona (Department of Information Systems, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa)
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Challenges and Prospects of ICT Use in Agricultural Marketing: The Case of East Hararghe Zone, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia (pages 41-60)
Endalew Getnet (Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, Haramaya University, East Hararghe, Ethiopia), Adem Kedir (Department of Statistics, Haramaya University, East Hararghe, Ethiopia), Jemal Yousuf (Department of Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, Haramaya University, East Hararghe, Ethiopia)
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An Evolutionary Approach for Question Selection from a Question Bank: A Case Study (pages 61-75)
Dimple V. Paul (Department of Computer Science, DM's College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mapusa, Goa, India), Shankar B. Naik (Department of Computer Science, Dhempe College of Science, Miramar, Goa, India), Jyoti D. Pawar (Department of Computer Science and Technology, Goa University, Taleigao, Goa, India)
Volume 3 (2012)
Issue 1
Article
Awareness of Mobile Phone-Based Money Transfer Services in Agriculture by Smallholder Farmers in Kenya (pages 1-13)
Oliver K. Kirui (International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre, Kenya), Julius Juma Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Rose A. Nyikal (University of Nairobi, Kenya)
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Transformative Potential of Agricultural Mobile Market Information System in Tamilnadu, India: An Exploratory Study (pages 27-45)
P. Senthil Priya (PSG College of Arts and Science, India), N. Mathiyalagan (PSG College of Arts and Science, India)
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Agro-Research and Extension Personnel’s Knowledge of ICT Applications for Agricultural Development in Southwest-Nigeria (pages 46-59)
O.A. Lawal-Adebowale (Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria), A.M. Omotayo (Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria)
Issue 2
Article
Analysis of the Use of Information and Communication Technologies among Farmers in Tole District, South West Shewa Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia (pages 1-12)
Dereje Derso (Madawalabu University, Bale-Robe, Ethiopia), Yared Mammo (Haramaya University, Haramaya, Ethiopia), Jema Haji (Haramaya University, Haramaya, Ethiopia)
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Mobile Instant Messaging used to Provide Support and Advice to South African Youth (pages 13-31)
Marlon Parker (RLabs Global, Cape Town, South Africa), Julia Wills (Department of Electronics and Computer Science, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK), Lucille Aanhuizen (RLabs Global, Cape Town, South Africa), Lester Gilbert (Department of Electronics and Computer Science, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK), Gary Wills (Department of Electronics and Computer Science, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK)
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Adoption of Mobile Technology by Farmers in Southwest-Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study (pages 32-44)
Senanu R. Okuboyejo (Department of Computer and Information Sciences, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria), Ann O. Adejo (Department of Computer and Information Sciences, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria)
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The Accessibility and Problems Associated with the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) by Fish Farmers in Rural Areas of Ondo State, Nigeria (pages 45-52)
J. B. Ogunremi (Department of Biological Sciences, Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa, Ondo State Nigeria, Nigeria), P. Abraham (Department of Computer Science, Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa, Ondo State Nigeria, Nigeria)
Volume 2 (2011)
Issue 1
Article
The Role of ICT-Based Market Information Services in Spatial Food Market Integration: The Case of Malawi Agricultural Commodity Exchange (pages 1-14)
Samson P. Katengeza (University of Malawi, Malawi), Barnabas Kiiza (Makerere University, Uganda), Julius Juma Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya)
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The Role of Market Information in Adoption of Agricultural Seed Technology in Rural Uganda (pages 29-46)
Barnabas Kiiza (Makerere University, Uganda), Glenn Pederson (University of Minnesota, USA), Stephen Lwasa (Makerere University, Uganda)
Issue 2
Article
The Effect of ICT-Based Market Information Services on the Performance of Agricultural Markets: Experiences from Ghana (pages 1-13)
Irene S. Egyir (University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana), Ramatu M. Al-Hassan (University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana), James K. Abakah (University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana)
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Use of Mobile Phone Technology in Agricultural Marketing: The Case of Smallholder Farmers in Malawi (pages 14-25)
Samson P. Katengeza (University of Malawi, Bunda College, Malawi), Julius Juma Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Noel Jambo (University of Malawi, Bunda College, Malawi)
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Awareness of ICT-Based Projects and the Intensity of Use of Mobile Phones Among Smallholder Farmers in Uganda: The Case of Mayuge and Apac Districts (pages 26-38)
Stephen Lwasa (Makerere University, Uganda), Narathius Asingwire (Makerere University, Uganda), Julius Juma Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Joseph Kiwanuka (Makerere University, Uganda)
Volume 1 (2010)
Issue 1
Article
Uses of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Agriculture and Rural Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: Experiences from South Africa and Kenya (pages 1-22)
Blessing M. Maumbe (Eastern Kentucky University, USA), Julius Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya)
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Using ICT to Integrate Smallholder Farmers into Agricultural Value Chain: The Case of DrumNet Project in Kenya (pages 23-37)
Julius J. Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Edith Ofwona-Adera (IDRC, Kenya), Oliver L.E. Mbatia (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Ruth M. Okello (Michigan State University, USA)
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A Framework for Analyzing the Role of ICT on Agricultural Commercialization and Household Food Security (pages 38-50)
Julius J. Okello (University of Nairobi, Kenya), Ramatu Al-Hassan (University of Ghana, Ghana), Ruth M. Okello (Michigan State University, USA)
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ICT Policy for Agriculture Based on a Transaction Cost Approach: Some Lessons from Sri Lanka (pages 51-64)
Harsha de Silva (LIRNEasia, Sri Lanka), Dimuthu Ratnadiwakara (LIRNEasia, Sri Lanka)
Issue 2
Article
Effect of Access to Formal Market Information on Prices Received by Smallholder Farmers in Uganda (pages 1-18)
Barnabas Kiiza (Makerere University, Uganda), Johnny Mugisha (Makerere University, Uganda), Stephen Lwasa (Makerere University, Uganda)
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Mapping the Distribution of Tsetse Flies in Eastern Uganda: A Geoinformatics Approach (pages 19-34)
Teddy Nakato (Ministry of Agriculture, Uganda), O. O. Jegede (Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria), Ayanlade Ayansina (Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria), V. F. Olaleye (Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria), Bolarin Olufemi (University of Ilorin, Nigeria)
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Mobile Agriculture in South Africa: Implementation Framework, Value-Added Services and Policy Implications (pages 35-59)
Blessing Mukabeta Maumbe (Massey University, New Zealand)
Issue 3
Article
The Adoption and Sustainability of Technology-Enhanced Education in Higher Institutions of Learning in Africa (pages 1-19)
Chijioke J. Evoh (New York City Department of Education, USA)
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ICT Policy Development Process in Africa (pages 20-45)
Hopestone Kayiska Chavula (United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Ethiopia), Abebe Chekol (United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Ethiopia)
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Emerging Information and Communication Technology Policy Framework for Africa (pages 46-64)
Saul F.C. Zulu (University of Botswana, Botswana)
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The Digital Abyss in Zimbabwe (pages 65-91)
Jill Jameson (The University of Greenwich, UK)
Issue 4
Article
An Overview of Internet Developments and their Impact on E-Government in South Africa (pages 1-14)
Goonasagree Naidoo (University of South Africa, South Africa), S. Singh (University of South Africa, South Africa), Niall Levine (University of South Africa, South Africa)
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Convergence of Wireless Technologies in Consolidating E-Government Applications in Sub-Saharan Africa (pages 15-30)
Kelvin Joseph Bwalya (University of Johannesburg, South Africa), Rensleigh Chris (University of Johannesburg, South Africa), Ndlovu Mandla (Botswana Accountancy College, Botswana)
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International Collaboration in Distance Education in Sub-Saharan Africa: Trends, Trials and Tomorrow’s Thrusts (pages 31-45)
Gbolagade Adekanmbi (University of Botswana, Botswana), Bopelo Boitshwarelo (University of Botswana, Botswana)
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Gender and National Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Policies in Africa (pages 46-58)
Stella E. Igun (Delta State University, Nigeria)