Online games … in isiZulu
We recently completed a fun project which is getting a fair bit of attention. Together with Skillpod, we produced a series of online games in isiZulu for the Ulwazi Programme. The aims of the games are to get children and people not used to computers to start using the internet and engage with them in [...]
Innovations in Local Sustainability
The Ulwazi Programme (www.ulwazi.org) was featured in a recent publication by the Municipal Institute of Learning (www.mile.org.za) which looked at good practice in the eThekwini Municipality, and we got a mention as the consultants who keep it going – thanks Betsie! The Ulwazi Programme is a ground-breaking initiative and is growing from strength to strength [...]
Bushmen Letters
Michael Wessels, a friend and colleague, is launching his fascinating book tomorrow at Ike’s in Durban. More on the book … Interpreting the /Xam Narratives of the Bleek and Lloyd Collection The Bleek and Lloyd Collection consists of the notebooks in which William Bleek and Lucy Lloyd transcribed and translated the narratives, cultural information and [...]
The Web Is Dead. Long Live the Internet
Interesting and controversial article on Wired.com – I feel that there exists space for a vibrant and open web community alongside the undeniably useful and attractive app economy. What are your thoughts? __________ Two decades after its birth, the World Wide Web is in decline, as simpler, sleeker services — think apps — are less [...]
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