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(Sold out) The Silicon Empire vs Social Impact: The David & Goliath Battle

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The Silicon Empire vs Social Impact: The David & Goliath Battle

By Prof. Eldrid Jordaan

📚 A gripping true story of resilience, justice, and the fight for digital sovereignty.

When civic-tech platform GovChat challenged the global giant Meta (WhatsApp/Facebook), few believed a South African startup could take on one of the most powerful corporations on earth. What followed was not just a courtroom battle, but a struggle over democracy, public access to services, and the future of digital innovation in Africa and beyond.

In The Silicon Empire vs Social Impact, Professor Eldrid Jordaan GovChat’s founder and a leading global voice on digital transformation takes readers inside this historic fight. From late-night legal strategy sessions to tense tribunal hearings, he reveals the high-stakes battle that tested not only his company but also the very idea of whether Big Tech should control who gets to serve citizens.

✨ Inside the Book You’ll Discover:

  • The untold story of GovChat’s rise as Africa’s largest citizen engagement platform.
  • The behind-the-scenes legal showdown with Meta, exposing how Big Tech wields its dominance.
  • Lessons in resilience, leadership, and purpose from a startup that refused to be silenced.
  • A blueprint for startups, policymakers, and innovators navigating the digital economy.

 

💡 This book is more than a corporate battle – it’s a story of purpose over profit, a testament to the power of communities, and a call for Digital Justice worldwide.

 

 

⭐ Perfect for:

  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders
  • Policymakers, lawyers, and regulators
  • Tech leaders and digital transformation enthusiasts
  • Anyone who loves true stories of courage, resilience, and impact

 

 

 

🎉 Order your copy today and be part of the movement to build a fairer digital future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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