A survey of 51,000 Africans in 34 countries finds internet use around 15%, mobile use upward of 84%, and radio as by far the most common means of learning the news.
A summary of broadband data from the Second Quarter, 2013 ‘Akamai State of the Internet’ report as it relates to Africa.
This week’s African tech news round-up consists of 100 stories from 29+ countries.
A recent ITU report examines global ICT development, the cost of broadband, and how youth are driving internet usage. We’ve broken out how trends apply to African countries.
CTO Forum 2013 served as another means of bringing together ministers, experts, and policymakers who have the ability to drive down internet access costs for African consumers.
Quality of mobile service is a crucial area of African telecommunications that needs improvement. Steps are being taken to improve the mobile experience for consumers in approximately half of African nations.
oAfrica is a showcase of the dynamic African digital landscape. We addresse a variety of aspects of African Internet connectivity with an understanding that every nation has different tools and ideologies to utilize. Although every African citizen may not have the chance to access the Internet for years to come, African digital opportunities are rapidly expanding. We do our best to objectively share those stories.
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