TECH FOCUS : Digital Inclusion for Older South Africans

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In this episode of Capricorn Drive, Complexion explores how Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi is advancing digital inclusion for older South Africans through the Digital Public Infrastructure initiative. The conversation also features insights from tech expert Edzai Zvobwo, who unpacks the importance of making digital services more accessible for older citizens, the barriers many still face, and what needs to be done to bridge South Africa's digital divide. Listeners are invited to share whether they consider themselves tech-savvy, how comfortable they are using digital government services, and whether they have older family members who are still being left behind by technology as South Africa continues its digital transformation.
21 Jul English South Africa Business · Arts

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