More than 2.7 billion people around the world are without regular internet access. In most African countries, women have less access than men. So, what can be done to help level the playing field? IWD EmbraceEquity 🎧🎧 Listen here:
Not only are people using it to communicate and search for information, but also to earn money.
But not everyone is online. More than 2.7 billion people around the world are without regular internet access.There are many reasons behind this, from internet access and affordability, to a lack of privacy and safety online. So, what can be done to help level the playing field? And how can we get more women into the digital economy?
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