Efforts to Address Internet Fragmentation Take Centre Stage at IGF 2025 in Norway As governments tighten digital borders and funding for open internet tools dwindles, a diverse group of experts is working diligently to safeguard the future of a truly global and interoperable internet. The issue of internet fragmentation has taken center stage at the […]
Bridging the digital divide through language inclusion
Bridging the Digital Divide Through Language Inclusion In a world where the internet plays a crucial role in almost every aspect of our lives, ensuring equal access for everyone is more important than ever. However, one significant barrier that continues to hinder this goal is the lack of language inclusion in digital content. Experts are […]
IGF and WSIS platforms must be strengthened, not replaced, say leaders
Strengthening IGF and WSIS Platforms: A Necessity Emphasized by Leaders In the realm of digital governance and policy-making, the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) and the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) are two pivotal platforms that play a vital role in shaping the future of the digital world. Recently, leaders in the tech and […]
AU Open Forum at IGF 2025 highlights urgent need for action on Africa’s digital future
AU Open Forum at IGF 2025: Bridging Africa’s Digital Divide Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its digital journey, with ambitions soaring high but challenges looming large. The recent AU Open Forum at the Internet Governance Forum 2025 (IGF 2025) served as a stark reminder of the urgent need for action to secure Africa’s […]
Africa reflects on 20 years of WSIS at IGF 2025
Africa Reflects on 20 Years of WSIS at IGF 2025 The recently held IGF 2025 panel has shed light on Africa’s digital transformation journey through the lens of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), marking two decades since the inception of this pivotal event. The WSIS, which took place in Geneva in 2003 […]
How ROAMX helps bridge the digital divide
Bridging the Digital Divide: ROAMX Paving the Way Towards Inclusive Online Future Digital transformation is accelerating globally, and a new wave of tools is quietly reshapping how countries evaluate progress, confront inequality, and plan for a more inclusive online future. In this era of rapid technological advancement, access to the internet has become more of […]
LACNIC launches regional internet skills program
LACNIC Launches Regional Internet Skills Program Latin America and the Caribbean have long grappled with the challenge of bridging the digital divide, ensuring that all communities have access to the opportunities afforded by a strong internet connection. Recognizing the crucial role of local leaders in fostering digital inclusion, LACNIC has recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative […]
Orange, AFD, and Proparco unite for inclusive and sustainable digital growth
Orange, AFD, and Proparco Unite for Inclusive and Sustainable Digital Growth Amid widening global connectivity gaps, a bold new alliance is working to turn digital inequality into opportunity across Africa and the Middle East. With Orange, a leading telecommunications company, joining forces with Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and Proparco, the private sector financing arm […]
UK cyber agency warns AI will accelerate cyber threats by 2027
AI Accelerating Cyber Threats: NCSC Warns of Growing Digital Divide The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the UK has recently released a report sounding the alarm on the potential escalation of cybersecurity risks due to artificial intelligence (AI) by the year 2027. The report highlights a concerning trend of a growing digital divide between […]
Ghana to bridge the digital divide with fairer data pricing
Ghana to Bridge the Digital Divide with Fairer Data Pricing Sweeping data reform promises not just more gigabytes, but a deeper shake-up of how digital access is priced, regulated, and delivered across the country. In a world where connectivity is key to education, business, and overall development, Ghana is taking a significant step towards bridging […]