Girls in ICT Day discussion looks to inspire young women
The International Telecommunication Union readies to host a virtual high-level panel session to encourage more girls and young women to actively pursue careers in STEM.
$428bn investment needed to connect all of humanity
Some R7.1 trillion is required to connect nearly half of the world’s population that has never used the Internet, estimates an International Telecommunication Union study.
Women hardest hit by digital divide during COVID-19
An International Telecommunication Union report shows access to ICT has a major impact on women's ability to prepare for, survive and recover from disasters.
ITU introduces new global guidelines to protect kids online
The International Telecommunication Union’s guidelines consist of four parts tailored to key audiences: children, parents and educators, industry and policymakers.
Internet uptake lags despite falling broadband prices
The International Telecommunication Union finds prices for telecoms services continue to decline but do not translate into rapidly increasing Internet penetration rates.
As COVID-19 continues, ITU calls for digital solutions
The International Telecommunication Union’s second annual innovation competition calls for digital solutions that can be nurtured to scale and assist communities.