Access
Despite advancing 5G coverage and Internet access, about one-third of the global population remains offline, mainly in rural areas and low-income countries. We are helping countries encourage innovation, improve their regulations, and build the skills to ensure everyone benefits from digital technologies.
Facts & figures
Global Internet use continues rising, but disparities remain, especially in low-income regions. Read the press releaseITU’s commitment to connect people
Despite advancing 5G coverage and Internet access, about one-third of the global population remains offline, mainly in rural areas and low-income countries.
2.6bn
people still offline
USD 54bn+
P2C pledges for connectivity
5K+ people certified
ITU Academy: 130 courses
Digital public infrastructure
We are helping counties develop agile, effective digital public infrastructure (DPI) that improves the delivery of government services and digital public goods to all citizens. Learn more
Digital regulation for social and economic good
Our latest annual Global Symposium for Regulators explored policies for impact, with digital regulators looking at ways to cultivate the space economy, climate action and artificial intelligence (AI) for the common good. Learn more about GSR-24
Driving innovation
Our Global Innovation Forum identified ways to enhance digital innovation, close the global innovation gap, and boost prosperity and well-being worldwide. Read the press releaseClosing the digital skills gap
We continued facilitating key exchanges of knowledge and helping people and countries build practical digital skills.
Telecommunication Development Sector: ITU-D
We tackle digital divides, drive sustainable development through new and emerging technologies, and promote digital inclusion and prosperity for everyone worldwide.
“ Our activities continue to promote real and lasting, positive change in people’s lives, advance secure telecommunications and technology development for everyone, and drive sustainable digital transformation through inclusive, human-centric, impactful interventions around the world. The impact we make would not be possible without the unwavering support of our membership and partners, who work with us every day to advance digital development for all.”
Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava,
Director, Telecommunication Development Bureau, ITU
Two thirds of humanity is already online, but the digital gap with the least connected countries persists
Spanish news agency EFE
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