Topic: The impact of IT innovation in the fight against food insecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

Thesis title: Topic: The impact of IT innovation in the fight against food insecurity in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Author: Atekwana Mbekwa, Pierre-Alain
Thesis type: Diploma thesis
Supervisor: Syrovátková, Jana
Opponents: Kubiš, Václav
Thesis language: English
Abstract:
This thesis presents a review of 81 studies aimed at investigating the impact of IT innovations on agricultural productivity, food distribution systems, and access to vital information in sub-Saharan Africa. The research unveils substantial improvements in farming productivity and food distribution networks resulting from digital advisory services and information platforms. However, the study also uncovers several obstacles hindering the widespread adoption and effective utilization of these technologies, such as limited digital literacy, inadequate infrastructure, and restricted access to affordable internet services. To overcome these challenges and optimize the benefits of IT innovations in addressing food insecurity, the thesis proposes future research directions and targeted policy interventions. By addressing research gaps and implementing suitable policy frameworks, sub-Saharan Africa can effectively leverage IT innovations to achieve enduring food security and sustainable agricultural development.
Keywords: Agricultural productivity; IT innovation; Sub-Saharan Africa; Digital agriculture; Food insecurity
Thesis title: The Impact of IT Innovation in The Fight Against Food Insecurity
Author: Atekwana Mbekwa, Pierre-Alain
Thesis type: Diplomová práce
Supervisor: Syrovátková, Jana
Opponents: Kubiš, Václav
Thesis language: English
Abstract:
This thesis presents a review of 81 studies aimed at investigating the impact of IT innovations on agricultural productivity, food distribution systems, and access to vital information in sub-Saharan Africa. The research unveils substantial improvements in farming productivity and food distribution networks resulting from digital advisory services and information platforms. However, the study also uncovers several obstacles hindering the widespread adoption and effective utilization of these technologies, such as limited digital literacy, inadequate infrastructure, and restricted access to affordable internet services. To overcome these challenges and optimize the benefits of IT innovations in addressing food insecurity, the thesis proposes future research directions and targeted policy interventions. By addressing research gaps and implementing suitable policy frameworks, sub-Saharan Africa can effectively leverage IT innovations to achieve enduring food security and sustainable agricultural development.
Keywords: Sub-Saharan Africa; Food insecurity; Agricultural productivity; IT innovation; digital agriculture

Information about study

Study programme: Information Systems Management
Type of study programme: Magisterský studijní program
Assigned degree: Ing.
Institutions assigning academic degree: Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze
Faculty: Faculty of Informatics and Statistics
Department: Department of Systems Analysis

Information on submission and defense

Date of assignment: 5. 11. 2022
Date of submission: 4. 12. 2023
Date of defense: 26. 1. 2024
Identifier in the InSIS system: https://insis.vse.cz/zp/82656/podrobnosti

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