Chisimba

Chisimba is a Web 2.0 enabled rapid application development with a rich set of features and over 100 modules of functionality. It is available for download via the listed homepage or cvs checkout from cvs2.uwc.ac.za. Chisimba was developed based on several years of experience in software design and architecture at the University of the Western Cape and partner institutions around Africa using its predecessor KEWL.NextGen. It is under active development by a team of developers in 16 African higher education institutions. Features include MVC paragidm with modules including a multimedia-enabled weblog (blog), a feature-rich e-learning (learning management system) platform, a content management system, numerous modules for university and educational administration, & much more.