According to Nokia’s latest Middle East and Africa (MEA) Broadband Index report, the total number of mobile subscriptions in the region is projected to rise by 30 percent, from 1,764 million in 2023 to 2,293 million by 2029. By 2029, 4G subscriptions are expected to peak at 1,167 million, while 5G subscriptions will see a significant surge, rising from 41 million in 2023 to 519 million by the end of the decade. The report highlights a steady shift from legacy 2G and 3G networks to more advanced 4G and 5G technologies. Southern Africa: Faster 5G growth is anticipated, with 26 percent of subscriptions expected to be on 5G by 2029, driven by heightened competition and investments. Nokia’s latest report emphasizes the growing dominance of video streaming in mobile data consumption across the Middle East and Africa.

Source: The North Africa Journal October 15, 2024 13:10 UTC