Morocco ranks second in Africa with an impressive ICT Development Index (IDI) score of 86.8 for 2024, according to Business Day.
The ICT Development Index, covering 170 economies, measures global progress in technology and infrastructure, highlighting Morocco’s significant advancements this year.
The ICT Development Index, covering 170 economies, measures global progress in technology and infrastructure, reflecting significant advancements this year.
The Index reveals a broad improvement globally, with low-income economies showing remarkable gains in internet use and mobile broadband penetration.
Morocco’s achievements in the ICT sector reflect its ongoing efforts to expand digital services and infrastructure, benefiting a large portion of its population.
Libya leads Africa with the highest IDI score of 88.1, demonstrating its substantial investment in ICT infrastructure and services.
Following Morocco, Seychelles holds the third position with an IDI score of 84.7, driven by universal internet access and mobile device affordability.
Mauritius ranks fourth with a score of 84.2, showcasing its strong ICT sector and investments in infrastructure.
South Africa is fifth with an IDI score of 83.6, reflecting its advanced telecommunications network and growing tech industry.
Algeria follows in sixth place with a score of 80.9, showing rapid expansion in mobile and internet penetration.
Botswana ranks seventh at 78.7, making notable progress in broadband access and digital literacy.
Tunisia, with a score of 77.2, is an important player in North Africa’s digital sector.
Egypt holds the ninth spot with an IDI score of 76.8, supported by significant investments in broadband networks and smart cities.
Gabon completes the top ten with a score of 74.7, focusing on increasing internet access and digital literacy.