In what ways has technology contributed to culture?

One way technology impacts global cultures is through media globalization. One of the biggest ways to influence people worldwide is through media technology. As we mentioned in our example at the beginning, people are able to get information almost immediately because of things like cell phones and the Internet.

Is technology responsible for cultural change?

Technology and culture directly influence each other. As cultures change, so does the technology it innovates. Much of this is for the greater good. It is, for example, a massive aid to global communication.

How have smartphones changed our lives?

The way we consume information has changed from talking to each other to reading the newspaper to watching television, to gathering info on the web using a computer and now a smartphone. Our smartphone offers us several ways of communication: calls, text messaging, instant messaging, email, social media, blogs, etc.

How have smartphones changed our lives positively?

Impacts of Smartphones on Society Some advantages smartphones provide – better means of communication, learning options to users, great exposure to the latest things, ways to personality development, simple ways to access applications, ideas to succeed in business, platforms to grow their applications, and more.

What are the positive effect of mobile technology in your lives today?

Nowadays mobile phones have the ability to connect people from all over the world, no matter where they may be. Not only that, they are easy to carry and accessible, communication has never been easier. Social media apps also play a huge role in communication allowing us to talk to our loved ones daily.

Do Zambians have good relations with other tribes?

In some countries, that animosity still exists and creates major social problems. The main tribes in Zambia are Bemba, Nagoni, Lozi, Chewa, Chokwe, Lunda, Luvale, Tonga, and Tumbuka. Most Zambians have joking relations with other tribes; the relationships go back many years.

What is the national identity of Zambia?

National Identity. The people retain strong ties to their tribe or clan, but there is also a strong national identity. Zambia became a settling ground for many migrating tribes around 1500 to 1700, and those immigrants helped create a crossroads of culture in the country.

Why is Zambia one of the most urbanized countries in Africa?

The country is also one of the most urbanized in sub-Saharan Africa, a phenomenon that began with the colonial era gravitation toward the central mining regions of Zambia’s Copperbelt. As a result of this urban infl ux, Zambia’s diverse ethnolinguistic groups interact regularly.

What was the population of Zambia in 2000?

The population in 2000 was estimated at 9.87 million. There exists a strong migration to urban areas where families go looking for employment. With 43 percent of the population living in cities, Zambia has the highest ratio of urban population in Africa.