810 million women still not using mobile internet in low- and middle-income countries, compared to 595 million men

Persistent barriers related to affordability, skills and safety concerns continue to limit women's digital inclusion in low- and middle-income countries

LONDON, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The gender gap in mobile internet adoption narrowed slightly in 2025 according to the 'Mobile Gender Gap Report 2026,' published today by the GSMA. However, progress remains slow and uneven. Women across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are still 12% less likely to use mobile internet than men. This translates to 200 million fewer women than men, with the total figure for women not using mobile internet in LMICs sitting at 810 million.