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Data Digest: Open Data for Africa Platform, Silent Data Revolution in MENA and Data Strategies

Tech Soup

A silent data revolution in the Arab World This World Bank blog post by Paolo Verme explains how the 2011 Arab Revolution also led to a lesser recognised cultural revolution with regard to open data.

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How foreign workers helped spur Spain’s rapid economic growth

Fast Company Tech

Representatives of workers from different countries meet regularly to discuss issues related to cultural differences. Snchez toured Mauritania, Senegal, and Gambia last year to promote a temporary work scheme whereby African workers could get legal and safe passage to Spain. Countless die in the attempt. Results have yet to be seen.

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