Why is that Africa, of all places, is ‘mobile first,’ and how are mobile phones changing lives for everyone there?

Top stories relating to African internet in early August 2014 include a partnership to bring free online services to Zambians, Uber for Lagos, and ICT to prevent the spread of Ebola in West Africa.

Our top 10 stories from the past week feature themes relating to elections, tablets, transparency, free Wi-Fi, and more.

Internet access remains limited for most Burundians but a broadband project is nearing completion. Mobile money is becoming common as well and can help coffee farmers.

A list of how African developers, governments, and organizations operating in Africa are harnessing mobile technology to improve agricultural practices.

Globally, there is a direct correlation between Internet access and child labor. Within Africa, the trend is less clear.