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SchoolNet Namibia is a local hands-on ICT deployment, training and support organization, established in February 2000 to empower youth through the Internet and provide sustainable low-cost technology solution for Internet to all Namibian schools. In 2002 SchoolNet set up its own Internet Service Provider (ISP). Schools gain access in two ways – dial-up or via wireless. SchoolNet become a lead organisation in national ICT policy-making in Namibia. SchoolNet Namibia is an exemplary role model for sustainable provision of ICTs across the education sector in Africa. SchoolNet has pioneered the adoption of appropriate and affordable school computer technologies, the use of free and open source software solutions, creative commons licensed educational content, and (unique in Africa) significantly discounted flat-rate 24/7 (wireless) Internet service provision in partnership with local telecommunication agencies, and solar-powered school computer laboratories. The Namibian government recognises SchoolNet Namibia as a key player in the roll-out of ICTs in education and job creation, toward its National Development Plans for 2000-2010. The National ICT policy for Education in Namibia has embraced a range of SchoolNet’s operational strategies to affect a total cost of ownership of ICTs in schools. While empowering youth with ICTs is easy, adult educators are resistant to ICTs; SchoolNet’s creative commons licenced multi-media educational comic ‘Hai Ti!’ has resulted in significant shifts in interest by educators to ICTs. |
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| SchoolNet Namibia, Katutura Community Arts Centre,
Leonard Auala Street, P.O. Box 7102 Katutura, toll free: 0800 00
57 93 tel: +264 61 212 973, fax: +264 61 213 655, info@schoolnet.na |