Computer equipment that may be approaching the end of its useful life in a corporate setting can still be of great value in a developing country, yet less than 1% of this equipment is donated for re-use in developing countries.

The Digital Partnership can offer a sustainable solution to this problem and a mutually beneficial partnership opportunity for companies seeking a socially responsible, economically competitive solution for the disposal of their ICT equipment.

ICT Donations

Digital Partnership accepts donations of high quality, pre-used computers from international corporations looking to retire their ICT assets. In exchange, companies are provided with the assurance of fulfillment of the legal, environmental and socially responsible obligations that arise from the disposal of ICT. If you would like to donate, please click here.

In-country ICT Refurbishment & Training

The programme maximizes the capacity building potential and positive economic impacts of its projects by engaging developing country partners where possible. Rather than importing computers that are ready to deploy, Digital Partnership prefers to import the knowledge of how to establish and operate a computer refurbishment & training facility. This approach creates ICT capacity, builds knowledge and contributes to the formation of an indigenous ICT workforce and ICT support infrastructure. For details of the Ethiopia Computer Refurbishment and Training Centre, please click here.

ICT Deployment

Digital Partnership engages with local development agencies and government departments to identify suitable recipients of ICT. Equipment is deployed to projects where it will enable schools, hospitals, community centres and other public and private sector providers of information, goods, and services to improve the quality and quantity of their products through the effective use of ICT. Recipient organizations meet minimum standards regarding their intended use of the equipment, infrastructure, and human resource capacity prior to deployment.

ICT End-of-Life Processing

The immediate social and economic benefits of providing affordable, functional ICT to developing countries far outweigh any potential future negative environmental impacts. However, efforts to bridge the digital divide should be both environmentally and socially responsible. They can be, provided that imported ICT is accompanied by a sustainable end-of-life management plan. For information regarding the De-manufacturing facility in Ethiopia, please click here.