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Why Social Impact Technologies are a Game Changer for Africa
"The best and newest technology is going to be technology around social good," Eldrid Jordaan.
Eldrid Jordaan is marked by one purpose; Serving his people to make things better. Six years down the line, he serves as a connector of government, civil society, private sector and citizens at an unimaginable scale.Join Eldrid and Mark as they explore the journey towards building Gov Chat, a South African citizen engagement platform.
Listen in to the lessons he learnt along the way and what he anticipates for Gov Chat going forward.

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Founder Series: Eldrid Jordaan Founder & CEO GovChat

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