Digital Inequality in Developing States

Digital inequality has emerged as one of the most persistent structural barriers to educational advancement in developing countries. Caribbean countries, including Guyana, continue to face significant disparities in connectivity, digital literacy, device access, and technological infrastructure. These challenges impede the equitable expansion of online and blended learning, constrain labour-market readiness, and undermine regional development strategies. This article examines the nature, scope, and consequences of digital inequality across the Caribbean, drawing on contemporary research from global development agencies, academic literature, and regional policy frameworks. The analysis demonstrates that digital exclusion reinforces long-standing socio-economic disparities and limits the transformative potential of digital education. The article concludes with a strategic roadmap for Caribbean states seeking to reduce digital divides and strengthen equitable access to education in a rapidly evolving technological landscape

Developing country · Digital divide · Inequality · Limiting · Social inequality · Technological change · Transformative learning · Caribbean history, culture, and politics · Global Educational Policies and Reforms · ICT in Developing Communities