‘Africa must use technology to create jobs, fight poverty’
Published:
3 months ago
Source:
Ghanaian Times
Africans must utilise technology as a tool to create jobs and fight against poverty, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the CS-GIVE App, Benjamin Osei, has said. He said embracing the digital age could unlock new opportunities, foster innovation, and create sustainable pathways out of poverty especially for the youth on the continent. He made this point during the inaugural 'See Us Give' conference, organised by the CS-GIVE App and powered by Corporate Synergy on the theme "The power of giving: Inspiring a culture of generosity."
The conference, held in Accra on Monday aimed to equip church leaders, social entrepreneurs, students, and non-profit leaders with essential skills and strategies for effective fundraising and resource mobilisation. The CS-GIVE App is a free, cloud-based platform for digital giving, virtual engagement, and church management, designed to enhance online contributions and engagement. Mr Osei acknowledged that escaping poverty was fraught with challenges, a commitment to determination, collaboration, and inclusivity could enable the continent to harness technology's power to build a brighter and more prosperous future for all its people.