UN General Assembly
2023

We are gratified to share that in Lesotho, digital access has raised awareness among the youth, especially girls, and among women of their rights. That is evident in increased civic engagement and the expression of ideas and opinions by most Basotho women and girls in various sectors. That notwithstanding, full access to digital tools remains a challenge for our rural communities due to the lack of infrastructure and affordability, further perpetuating inequalities that we strive to eradicate. That is one area that needs close collaboration and cooperation with Member States. Even as we hail and support technological innovations, such as artificial intelligence and social media. I must however add that we should not lose sight of the need to address clear threats to people’s rights to safety and privacy.