Cape Verde, a small island nation off the coast of West Africa, has seen a significant growth in internet usage in recent years. According to the National Statistics Institute, the percentage of households with internet access has increased from 6.6% in 2007 to 35.7% in 2018. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including government initiatives, private sector investments, and the increasing availability of affordable smartphones.
One of the major contributors to the growth of internet usage in Cape Verde is the government’s commitment to expanding access to information and communication technologies (ICTs). In 2005, the government launched the National ICT Strategy, which aimed to promote the development of ICT infrastructure and services across the country.