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In the 2024 edition of the Digital Decade report, Slovakia has achieved 51.3% basic digital skills coverage, compared to the EU average of 55.6%. The score in Slovakia has decreased comparing to 2023 results (55.2%). 

According to the Digital Decade report 2024, Slovakia performs slightly below the EU average in both digital skills indicators. The percentage of ICT specialists in employment has decreased from 4.3% in 2023 to 4.2% in 2024 compared to the recent EU average of 4.8%.

Slovakia has a National coalition for digital skills and jobs led by IT Association of Slovakia (ITAS).

The Slovakian National Digital Decade strategic roadmap developed by the Government of the Slovak Republic sets out the strategic goals to be achieved by 2030, monitoring their achievement, and the target paths and key measures have been developed.  

Slovakia's 2030 Strategy for Digital Transformation focuses on modernizing the economy, improving digital experiences, and enhancing public administration services. The National Digital Skills Strategy prioritizes ICT specialists, digital skills in education and the labour market, gender diversity in ICT, and addressing the digital divide. 

The Action Plan for Digital Transformation supports digitalization in the economy, digital infrastructure development, AI promotion, and building a resilient society. The Recovery and Resilience Plan emphasizes digital transition measures, exceeding the 20% target. Reforms cover eGovernment, connectivity, education, research, innovation, and digital skills. 

The IT Fitness Test prepares students for further education and practical IT skills. The Digitalna koalicia collaborates with the Unity of Pensioners to improve digital skills among seniors and disadvantaged groups. Slovakia is committed to digital transformation, focusing on education, skills, infrastructure, and inclusivity to drive economic growth and thrive in the digital era

At least basic digital skills (% of individuals aged 16-74)
EU average score: 55.6
Slovakia score: 51.3
55.6 EU average score
51.3 Country score
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Slovakia ranks 20th out of the 27 EU Member States in the DESI dashboard for the Digital Decade for the 'At least basic digital skills' indicator, with 51.3% of its population possessing at least basic digital skills.

The latest trends in digital skills in Slovakia