TED Talks Daily The paradigm shift toward equitable tech access across Africa | ’Gbenga Sesan
Feb 11, 2021
’Gbenga Sesan, a tech inclusionist and founder of Paradigm Initiative, passionately discusses the pressing need for equitable tech access across Africa. He shares personal stories of growing up in Nigeria, highlighting the obstacles faced in accessing technology. Sesan stresses that technology alone won't solve centuries of inequality; comprehensive training and support are crucial. Through his work, he envisions transforming lives and bridging the digital divide, empowering young people to seize life-changing opportunities.
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Relay Race Analogy
- ’Gbenga Sesan uses a relay race analogy to illustrate the challenges faced by African youth.
- Many are running in the wrong direction, lagging in the race of global development.
Inequality as a Global Epidemic
- Inequality is a global epidemic affecting everyone, not just the poorest.
- Unequal opportunities lead to frustration and potentially undesirable choices.
Early Computer Access
- ’Gbenga Sesan's early interest in computers was stifled by a teacher who limited access.
- Despite this, he persevered, learning to code by sleeping in computer labs.