INTRODUCTION

Multi-pupose Community Tele-Centers (MCT) will facilitate the provision and expansion of important services using ICT to the island communities at a sustainable and affordable cost. The MCT concept involves the creation of an island location, where a variety of ICT services such as telephones, fax, voice mail, Internet, TV and radio for information and recreation will be provided to the island communities at an affordable cost.

STATUS

At present, the Tele-centre guidebook has been published and distributed to all islands. Click here to download the pdf version of the Guide book.

OBJECTIVES

The main aim of this project is to support the development of the Maldives by:

• Narrowing the digital gap among the islands by providing access to basic ICT services.
• Increasing ICT awareness and knowledge among the people.
• Providing access and opportunities for improved communications both nationally and internationally.
• Providing access to new markets and income generating possibilities.
• Providing opportunities for Tele-education.
• Facilitating telemedicine using ICT.

DESCRIPTION

In addition to the provision of the services stated above, MCTs would also provide in-service training in word-processing and in the use of the Internet and other information technology applications. In the longer term (when higher bandwidth becomes available nationwide), as teleconferencing becomes increasingly available, it would become a key part of the successful operation of an MCT. It can be used by the government for good governance. Teleconferencing can be used in different sectors to enhance the services delivered.