Building a web based Agricultural Information Gateway using a participatory approach – a case study from Zambia and Zimbabwe

Abstract This paper will look at how ICTs, in particular Internet technologies, can be used to contribute to change in Africa with a focus on developments in Zambia and Zimbabwe. The article will look at the role of Internet and wireless technologies to solve some of Africa's information and communication problems. A case study is cited that looks at building a gateway to Web based agricultural information in the COMESA (Common Market for East and Southern Africa) and SADC (Southern Africa Development Community) Sub-Regions.