United Nations
Note by the Secretary-General: Progress on the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and the promotion of mental health and well-being
Report
28 Feb 2025
COVID-19 has highlighted how critical digital connectivity is to governments, businesses, and society, and has brought a newfound sense of urgency to the digital inclusion agenda. While the crisis has enabled hundreds of millions to participate online, it has also exacerbated the digital divide for 47% of the world’s population that remains unconnected. The post-COVID world will be more digital – requiring more connectivity, digital skills, and affordability.
