As in other parts of the world, mobile phones and the internet are bringing about a radical transformation in the way rural India goes about its business. Initially, mobile phones were used for calls and data communications, now they are providing farmers with instant expert advice on agricultura and information about markets for farm commodities. A report from Radhakrishna Rao.

With Little Access to formal extensión services, a rural Zambian community set up an internet connection to develop local agriculture, education and energy facilities. The community is now using local radio to encourage other villages to do the same. A report from Gertjan van Stam.