Mobile Activism in Africa

Why and how does the mobile phone play a role in activism in Africa? What makes it be different from other forms of activism? And what are the potentials and challenges behind it?
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Why and how does the mobile phone play a role in activism in Africa? What makes it be different from other forms of activism? And what are the potentials and challenges behind it?
The iPhone is a revolutionary device. I am using it to write this entry. It is really a mini-computer, the first true handheld. The impact of carrying the Web in one's pocket is hard to describe. It is not only being wired but also attaching oneself to a process of endless interaction with knowledge and information. It is particularly gratifying to watch YouTube because the videos look so good and one can explore that world at any time. More on the iPhone soon.