Description
The ITU Mobile Phone Users - Africa is an indicator published by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This indicator measures the total number of mobile phone users in Africa. It is used to assess mobile technology penetration rates, the level of telecommunications infrastructure development, and the progress of the digital economy in the African continent. A higher number of mobile phone users typically indicates better communication infrastructure and greater digital inclusivity.
The mobile phone user count for Africa is calculated based on the total number of active mobile phone subscriptions reported by telecommunications operators across the continent. The statistical coverage includes both prepaid and postpaid subscriptions, encompassing users of voice calls, text messages, and data services.
This data is updated annually, with the latest figures typically released in the middle of the following year.