The index analyzed 121 countries in terms of five core pillars: internet affordability, internet quality, digital infrastructure, digital security, and artificial intelligenceusing 12 indicators. The index values range from zero to one points, with one standing the highest quality of digital wellbeing. Indicator weight within categories:
Internet affordability: mobile affordability (50%), fixed internet affordability (50%).
Internet quality: mobile speed (25%), fixed internet speed (25%), mobile Internet latency (25%), fixed internet latency (25%).
Digital infrastructure: internet usage (50%), network readiness (50%).
Digital security: cybersecurity (50%). data protection (50%).
Artificial intelligence: AI Investment potential (50%), AI readiness (50%).Â
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Digital Quality of Life index in Africa 2025, by country
As of 2025, Mauritius scored highest in the Digital Quality of Life index in Africa, with **** points. Morocco and South Africa followed closely with scores of ****Â points and **** points, respectively. African countries ranked significantly lower compared to other regions, with Mauritius ranking ****, while DR Congo came last in the place.
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