While 64% of the global population is connected to the internet, only 43% of Africans are. This statistic is a clear illustration of the digital divide that’s hampering Africa’s economic growth. The public internet is the de facto B2C channel of the digital economy, and it is simply impossible to build a thriving digital economy in any nation that lacks accessible and affordable internet access for consumers and businesses. Indeed, this is a major reason why the digital economies of African nations have traditionally been underdeveloped. There are other factors in play as well, including a lack of digital literacy and…

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