The GSMA, in collaboration with mobile operators, the Kenya Ministry of Information, Communications and Digital Economy and the Communications Authority, has released three key reports: the Kenya Digital Economy Report, the Digital Africa Index (DAI) and the Smartphone Affordability Report. , focuses on Kenya as a case study. These insights will serve as a critical tool to accelerate digital connectivity and unlock the vast economic potential across Africa.
Almost two-thirds of sub-Saharan Africa remains unconnected to the mobile internet, even though digital technologies are transforming socio-economics. Current projections suggest that if left unchecked, it could take another 30 years to close this digital divide. However, if we work together, we can greatly change that future.
Closing the digital adoption gap by 2030 could add $700 billion to Africa’s GDP between 2024 and 2030, highlighting the urgency of introducing policy reforms to empower the telecommunications sector. It’s highlighted. Such reforms will enable more inclusive access to mobile internet and, in turn, contribute to the continent’s economic growth and resilience in an increasingly digital world.