en portada: m-POWERING DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

This report sets out the great promise of mobile technology and communications that is now opening up to developing economies. Widespread ownership and use of the mobile phone can fast-track progress towards a digital age, transforming the daily lives of millions – especially impacting women, the poor and those in remote and rural areas – and igniting the growth of their economies for the benefit of all. The promise is very real – and importantly, as this report vividly demonstrates, it is within reach. But how best can this great journey be undertaken? Why invest time, effort and resources? What assets are needed? And who can help? Questions abound. But the value of this report lies in its insistence on clear-eyed, practical ways forward – on specifics and real-life examples where countries and projects have succeeded and are succeeding in forging real, positive change. So the report charts a clear path forward, not only informing but convincing too. Above all it enables, inspires – and empowers