Digital
Nigerian Women Lack Digital Access and Skills
Only 35% of Nigerian women use the internet compared to 52% of men, with rural female internet access at just 14.8% according to government data. High smartphone costs, data expenses, and digital skill gaps exclude women from economic opportunities in Nigeria's expanding digital economy. Gender disparities limit female participation in online commerce and banking.
Digital Payment Adoption Rises Amid Fraud Concerns
Consumers increasingly embrace digital payment methods, though fraud and scams remain primary safety worries. A survey found 76 percent of respondents expressed concerns about security and affordability when adopting digital financial tools.
Germany App Faces Digital Government Implementation Challenges
The Deutschland app designed for government service digitalization faces significant uncertainties and unclear procedures in its rollout. Citizens and officials express confusion about the platform's functionality.
Germany Calls for Universal Digital Infrastructure
Bitkom and municipal organizations urged the German government to provide comprehensive digital infrastructure for all municipalities. They advocated for ending temporary pilot projects and establishing permanent digital services even in the smallest towns.