Pakistan has witnessed a significant milestone in digital inclusion, as nearly eight million women gained access to mobile internet in 2024, marking a record-breaking rise in female digital connectivity.
State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja shared the figures on Thursday, highlighting the narrowing digital gender divide in the country. She revealed that the gap in internet usage between men and women has dropped from 38% to 25%, a major leap toward digital equality.
“This progress reflects the prime minister’s digital vision and the government’s comprehensive efforts to empower women through technology,” said the minister.
She emphasized that the digital inclusion of women remains a top priority for the Ministry of IT, and special focus has been placed on expanding access to rural areas. The increased participation of women from underdeveloped and remote regions played a key role in reducing the digital gender gap, she added.
“We are committed to making women equal partners in the country’s digital development. Empowering women through connectivity is not just a policy -- it’s a national goal,” said Ms Khawaja.
