This newsletter focuses into digital trade, particularly highlighting critical issues from Africa’s perspective, such as data governance and the AfCFTA. tralac also explore the forefront technology of artificial intelligence (AI), along with digital governance and digital inclusion.
For African countries, the most recent report from 2023 indicates a varied landscape of internet inclusivity. South Africa continues to lead the continent, scoring highest among African nations, followed by Kenya, Nigeria, and Morocco.
These countries perform relatively well in categories like infrastructure development and internet affordability, although challenges remain in digital skills and the perceived trust and safety of online environments.
On the other end of the spectrum, many low-income African countries face significant barriers, including low internet penetration, limited affordability, and insufficient digital literacy, which hinder broader internet adoption and usage.
Source: tralac