The information era has increased the rate of globalization like never before. The fast expansion of the internet and network cables for coverage have created a permanent networked world. A site that is forever increasing. This review will examine the technological changes in a developing nation such as Namibia. additionally, the positive and negative consequences in terms of the economy, education and culture.
Just like any other developing nations, Namibia has had sincere effects on it’s economy after the adoption of varies technologies. how?.. because it’s national costs of production reduced due to faster productions, establishment of quality standards and the ability to allow people to communicate from a distance. sadly and unfortunately, the entire process, remains an adoption for Namibia and not an innovation. furthermore, there is an uneven distribution and diffusion of technology in Namibia which is a major challenge.
The fast spread of the internet and its platforms has led to positive cultural changes in Namibia. i.e. due to easier and faster communication. as a result, we see a rise in democracy as well as some sort of alleviation of poverty. However, if not controlled, a negative cultural consequences might be upon Namibia and its people. Therefore, there is a need for regulatory body and organization.
Economics– Propelled by increased foreign trade and investments, Namibia without a doubt have experienced a positive economic activity due to the technology enhancements. However, despise the growth, there is still a gap that remains because of adopting pre-existing technologies instead of pursuing new innovations.
Education– As for Namibia, there is a slight lack of the necessary backbone for its educational programs. However, many educational platforms have emerged during the emergence of the Corona virus (Covid-19). Therefore, it has increased the capability of the education system to deliver necessary tools and assessments to students. the challenges in this regards remains the same: the inability for most student to acquire necessary devices and well as the network coverage needed to participate on those given technological platforms.
There should be no difference among regions, urban or rural, among men and women, young and senior, when it comes to access to the IT society. The information brings equal opportunities to everybody and this — together with the use of modern technologies, are the key to changing our lives for the better.-Mr. Benoit Blarel, the head of the Bucharest World Bank Office (World bank blog|EduTech)