Project
An estimated 2 billion people live in approximately 2 million villages in emerging markets globally. While many of these villages are in need of basic telephony – to call a doctor, for instance – the majority do not have access to these services. And, while providing mobile communications can be a viable option for governments or operators into these communities, there is also the challenge of cost as consumers have an average disposable income for communications of $2 to $3 per month. This project/service, known as “Wireless Village”, provides a solution.