Digital Divide in Africa: A Snapshot of Mobile Connectivity in 2023

While there has been significant progress in mobile ownership and connectivity, with over 75% of Africans owning a mobile phone as of 2021, there are glaring disparities in internet usage and affordability. Only 28% of the population has internet access, and there's a persistent gender gap in mobile ownership. Moreover, the affordability metric scores are generally lower, indicating that cost remains a significant barrier to digital inclusion