Overcoming digital barriers to African indigenous games in local communities
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https://doi.org/10.36096/brss.v6i1.552Keywords:
Digital Divide, African Indigenous Games, Participatory Action Research, Ubuntu, Digital Inclusion StrategiesAbstract
This research paper delves into the pervasive issue of the digital divide within African indigenous communities, specifically focusing on access to African Indigenous digital games. Employing Participatory Action Research (PAR) as the primary data generation approach, this study emphasises the collaborative involvement of community members in identifying, understanding, and addressing the challenges they face. The philosophical foundation of Ubuntu, with its emphasis on interconnectedness, mutual care, and communal support, underpins the research methodology, ensuring that the study remains deeply rooted in African values and perspectives. The digital divide in African Indigenous communities is a multifaceted issue, stemming from various socio-economic, infrastructural, and educational barriers. These barriers hinder the effective dissemination and adoption of digital technologies, including digital games that are culturally significant and educational. By leveraging the principles of Ubuntu, the research engages community members as co-researchers, ensuring that their voices, experiences, and insights are integral to the study. This approach not only enhances the authenticity and relevance of the findings but also empowers the communities to take ownership of the solutions developed. The study advocates for the development of digital game centres in indigenous communities which may be used as centre for accessing digital African indigenous games.
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