African Internet and Telecoms Information
All of Africa's 53 countries and territories have internet connectivity, the challenge now is to broaden access and ensure that costs are brought down. Usage is still low and communication charges are often 10 - 100 times more expensive than developed countries, mainly due to the lack of infrastructure and the high prices charged by operators taking advantage of the restrictions on market entry that are in place in most countries.
Some publications:
- Q&A with CIPESA on connectivity problems in Africa
- Telematics for Development, UNESCO Discussion Paper
- ICT in Africa Weforum report