Forecast: Fixed Telephone Subscriptions in Angola

Between 2013 and 2023, fixed telephone subscriptions in Angola experienced significant fluctuations. The subscriptions per hundred persons started at 0.82 in 2013, peaking at 1.06 in 2014, but then showing a general downward trend to 0.28 by 2023. Notable changes include a sharp decline of -48.95% in 2017 and a substantial drop of -24.08% in 2022, despite a slight 6.09% increase in 2023. Over the last five years, the CAGR was -12.61%, indicating a persistent decline. Looking forward, from 2024 to 2028, the subscription rate is expected to stabilize, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.28% and an overall growth rate of 1.42% by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

• The impact of digital transformation and mobile telecommunications on fixed-line subscriptions.
• Potential infrastructural investments and government policies aimed at modernizing telecommunication networks.
• Consumer preference shifts towards mobile over fixed-line telecommunications.