The GSMA— alongside mobile operators, Kenya's Ministry of Information, Communication, and the Digital Economy, and the Communications Authority of Kenya —has launched three reports to accelerate the country's digital transformation. These include the Kenya Digital Economy Report, the Digital Africa Index (DAI), and the Smartphone Affordability Report, which highlight Kenya's digital progress.
Angela Wamola, GSMA’s Head of Sub-Saharan Africa, noted that digital technology adoption has fueled economic growth, positioning Kenya as a leader in mobile connectivity and financial services. While 3G and 4G networks now cover nearly the entire population, over 65% of Kenyans remain unconnected to mobile internet.
Wamola emphasized Kenya’s potential to attract more foreign investment by advancing digital transformation in key sectors like agriculture, transport, and manufacturing. The reports propose reducing taxes on devices and mobile services, promoting affordability, and creating a pro-investment regulatory environment to unlock further growth.
