In today's increasingly interconnected world, access to digital technologies such as smartphones, cellular networks, and smart applications is essential for economic development and social participation. However, significant disparities persist, particularly in Africa, where only 22% of the population has internet access, compared to the global average of 51%. This gap is even more pronounced in rural areas where majority of people do not have access to computers, smartphones, or reliable internet connections. This limits their ability to engage with digital platforms and learn essential digital skills.
Other barriers are Low Digital Awareness, High Cost of Internet and Devices, Inadequate Infrastructure needed to support digital learning such as electricity, stable internet, and digital learning centers. The education system in the country does not fully integrate digital literacy into the curriculum, leaving students and adults without the necessary skills to navigate the digital world effectively.

Women and girls face additional barriers to digital literacy due to societal norms, limited access to education, or prioritization of male education, further widening the digital divide.