Episode 4: Gcina Dube of YouthAssets on Mobile Phones, Facebook, & MXIT in Swaziland, Africa

Swaziland, Africa, July 2009: During a quick break in between sessions at BarCampSwaziland, Gcina of YouthAssets explains that mobile phones are more widely used in Swaziland, Africa than computers, as a source of information and connecting with friends. Gcina also tells us about MXIT, the dominant mobile social networking platform in southern africa, with over 9 million users and growing. Gcina uses a Nokia 6300 to catch up with friends on Facebook.

Gcina Dube, Swaziland Country Lead at YouthAssets (Africa)

About: YouthAssets is an international non-profit organization that empowers orphans and vulnerable youth in southern Africa through mobile technology.. Website: www.YouthAssets.org

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