In recent years, rapid technological progress has helped raise income and alleviate poverty in developing countries. The spread of cell phones, computers and other technological innovations has generated economic growth while improving health care and agricultural production in developing nations. But these countries still have a long way to go to catch up to the rest of the world.

Rwandan traditional healer, Musa Kayairanga
Traditional healer Musa Kayairanga of Rwanda uses herbs and ointments to treat his patients, and over the years he has learned a lot about natural medicines. Now he is able to share this information with more people, thanks to the computer and the Internet.
After learning how to use the computer at a rural telecenter, the 62-year old healer says he now exchanges e-mail with other herbal doctors as far away as Canada. "I have been exchanging experiences with them. And now I have improved my knowledge of herbs and plants to treat people," says Kayairanga.......

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Title: 5. Technology Changes The Developing World
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