A bi-annual analysis of Facebook pages and groups for African heads of state shows citizens internet in their leaders.

A bi-annual analysis of Facebook pages and groups for African heads of state shows citizens internet in their leaders.

A tri-annual analysis of Facebook pages and groups for African heads of state shows the crucial role of social media in elections.

The median growth rate for an African leader’s Facebook following has slowed to 10% since October 2011, but is still very much positive.

The median fan-base for an African leader on Facebook has grown by 15% since June 2011. Presidents of Cameroon and Gabon have added official pages.

Google Insights for Search verifies East African interest in apps, African interest in mobile, and general affinity for Facebook even in less-connected nations. A fun tool.