With reference to two African countries, evaluate the impact of technological developments on society.

Candidates will make an appraisal of the impact of technological developments on two African countries, weighing up the strengths and limitations or otherwise. The impacts may extend beyond the timeframe but must be clearly linked to the issue raised in the question. Candidates may offer equal coverage of both countries or they may prioritize their evaluation of one. However, both countries will be a feature of the response. Candidates may evaluate the impact of technology on industries, employment, urbanization and economic systems. They may address the impact of information technology on education, new political ideas, lifestyles and family life, or stress the importance of developments in transportation on trade and the environment. Candidates can evaluate both positive and negative impacts. Both strengths and limitations must be clearly indicated, but there does not have to be an equal focus on each. Candidates’ opinions or conclusions will be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.