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These startups are making education accessible using phone calls, texts and WhatsApp

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So far, Ekatra has tested the process and learning programme with almost 800 students. Image: Unsplash/Santi Vedrí

Charlotte Edmond
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Text-message-based learning means students with even the most basic mobile devices can participate
Text-message-based learning means students with even the most basic mobile devices can participate Image: Ekatra

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