An incredible story about an Ethiopian village that fought back from the brink of starvation to form a community that today boats flourishing businesses, and can invest in social services like education and healthcare, which they share with thousands of people in the region. The village has inspired an interactive documentary and eLearning resource: The Awra Amba Experience. Read more.

The potential benefits of open source software – affordability, accessibility, transparency and adaptability to local needs and languages – are particularly relevant in the global South and in advancing development goals. Humanitarian mapping projects in Africa using OpenStreetMap are one example of how open source technology allows for greater collaboration and shared benefits. Read more.