Digital divide in the Middle East and North Africa

Introduction to the special issue

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ID21689844
AuthorsGlenn W Muschert (0000-0003-3748-4961, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, United Arab Emirates, corresponding author), Massimo Ragnedda (0000-0002-9985-094X, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates)
Year2024
Volume30
Issue3
Pages1099-1104
Publication date2024-06-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueConvergence The International Journal of Research into New Media Technologies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1354-8565 • E-ISSN: 1748-7382
PublisherSAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/13548565241260458
OpenAlexW4399575791
LanguageEN
Citations received3
References cited15

Despite having high literacy rates and a robust digital infrastructure, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region still faces digital inequalities. This collection of articles explores the complexities of digital disparities within MENA, taking into account cultural, economic, and historical factors. Each article in this section examines the impact of digital inequality on society, the economy, and culture, emphasizing the need for context-specific approaches. The goal of this thematic issue is to encourage international study and address social challenges stemming from digital divides in MENA by critically discussing digital disparities and their effects

Advertising · Business · Development economics · Digital divide · Digital Literacy · Economic growth · Economics · Geography · Inequality · Information and Communications Technology · Literacy · Middle East · Political science · Sociology · E-Government and Public Services · ICT Impact and Policies · Social Media and Politics

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