Juliana Rotich
Kenyan Technologist | Connectivity Solutions for Emerging Economies
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Juliana Rotich is a Kenyan technologist and entrepreneur dedicated to building technology solutions for the developing world. As a TED Fellow, she co-founded BRCK, a rugged mobile WiFi device designed to provide reliable connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.
Rotich also helped incubate Kenya's iHub, a hub for young tech entrepreneurs. Through her work, she is driving innovation in emerging markets and expanding digital access to communities that have historically been underserved.
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Meet BRCK, Internet access built for Africa
Tech communities are booming all over Africa, says Nairobi-based Juliana Rotich, cofounder of the open-source software Ushahidi. But it remains challenging to get and stay connected in a region with frequent blackouts and spotty Internet hookups. So Rotich and friends developed BRCK, offering resilient connectivity for the developing world.
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