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Data Governance Toolkit – French
Naviguer dans les données à l’ère numérique À l’ère numérique en constante évolution, les données sont devenues un atout fondamental — moteur du développement économique, de l’innovation, de la prestation des services publics et de la transformation sociale. Cependant, sans une gouvernance efficace, le potentiel des données peut rapidement se
State of Broadband in Africa
Focused on sub-Saharan Africa, the State of Broadband in Africa report examines the region’s diverse digital realities, from booming mobile uptake to persistent challenges in affordability, infrastructure, and inclusion. It spotlights demographic opportunities, emerging technologies, and policy paths toward universal meaningful connectivity.
The State of Satellite Broadband 2025
The State of Satellite Broadband Part of the State of Broadband 2025 report series Back to State of Broadband 2025 Exploring the innovations and policies shaping connectivity from space The story of space-based broadband technologies is an exciting one, combining major technological innovations with exponential growth and entrepreneurial spirit. The
Data Governance Toolkit
In today’s fast-evolving digital age, data has become a foundational asset — powering economic development, innovation, public service delivery, and social transformation. Yet without effective governance, data’s potential can quickly give way to risks: privacy breaches, algorithmic bias, security threats, and deepening digital divides. The lack of coherent, rights-based, and
Open Statement from the Broadband Commission to the UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF-2025)
The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), through its outcome on “The Future We Want“, established the United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) in 2012. The HLPF is the central United Nations platform for the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development
State of Broadband Advocacy Targets 2025
The first report of the series, The State of Broadband Advocacy Targets 2025, tracks progress on the Broadband Commission’s 2025 Advocacy Targets and aims to inform policy-makers in different countries on progress towards the Commission’s goals. It emphasizes the urgent need for policymakers to leverage the benefits of digital technologies, while mitigating potential risks, ensuring equitable access to digital opportunities for all.
State of Broadband 2025
The State of Broadband2025 Annual Flagship Report of the Broadband Commission Back to all publications 2025 Report series The State of Broadband annual report presents a global snapshot of broadband access, affordability, and use. It is written collectively, uniting the knowledge and wisdom of over 40 high-level Commissioners, including UN
State of Broadband 2024
The 2024 State of Broadband Report, Leveraging AI for Universal Connectivity, offers an initial overview of how AI applications are already shaping development across various fields, while also addressing associated risks and implications for the digital divide.
Championing Digital Equality: Commissioner Impact Stories
Broadband Commissioners are Championing Digital Equality Setting the stage According to the latest ITU estimates, 70% of all men were using the Internet in 2023 compared to 65% of women. Gender parity increased from 0.90 in 2019 to 0.92 in 2023. Some regions and income groups have achieved gender parity
Open Statement from the Broadband Commission to the UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF-2024)
The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), through its outcome on “The Future We Want“, established the United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) in 2012. The HLPF is the central United Nations platform for the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development
