Facebook . It is now the seventh country to benefit from this initiative, after Colombia, Ghana, Tanzania, Kenya, India and Zambia.
This initiative aims to help those who cannot afford internet access. And don't think it's strange, because statistics show that two-thirds of the world still doesn't have access.
Facebook is not alone in this crusade. As we have previously reported, it has partnered with several internet technology companies to expand its campaign called “Internet for All,” which, as the name suggests, aims to increase the number of people who have access to Internet services. As for the Philippines, statistics have shown that only 38% of the population can access the Internet.
The app, called Internet.org , will allow mobile phone users to access websites such as Wikipedia, bing.com, as well as websites on topics such as weather, health, education, work, etc. It will also provide free access to Facebook and Facebook Messenger.
Although some may disagree, Internet access can truly improve the quality of life for people living in the Philippines.
Mark Zuckerberg wrote on his Facebook page that “We’re one step closer to connecting the world as we launch Internet.org in the Philippines today.” Along with his message, he shared a photo of Jaime, a driver in Manila, using Facebook and the internet to communicate with her loved ones who have moved to Dubai.
However, the idea has not been well received by everyone. There are people who do not praise this initiative on the grounds that it is another way for sponsors to earn more money from advertising.
