Abstract
This article examines Africa's place in the information revolution and the security implications that flow from this relationship. All states in Africa now have Internet access, although the continent is still characterized by a lack of infrastructure, resources, and technology. We examine the many initiatives underway in Africa aimed at enhancing information and communication technologies. The African Network Initiative, the African Information Society Initiative, and UNESCO's Regional Information Network for Africa are only a few of the many that are trying to increase the continent's connectivity. Increased African security in economic and military matters will be dependent on the continent's level of integration into the information revolution. Currently, it remains a member of the "digital" underclass. We argue that for Africa to secure its security in the information age, it needs to become part of the development and widespread use of computers, software, networks, and sophisticated high-speed communications.
Recommended Citation
Fisher, Uri J. and Smith, M. Shane
(2001)
"African Security in the Information Age,"
Journal of African Policy Studies: Vol. 7:
No.
1, Article 5.
Available at:
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/joaps/vol7/iss1/5