As of 2023, Kenya had 23.32 internet users per thousand persons. Looking ahead, the number of internet users is forecasted to increase steadily over the next few years, reaching 26.49 per thousand persons by 2027. This represents a consistent year-on-year growth: a 3.52% increase from 2023 to 2024, a 3.32% increase from 2024 to 2025, a 3.08% increase from 2025 to 2026, and a 2.99% increase from 2026 to 2027. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period stands at 3.23%.
Future trends to watch for include the expansion of internet infrastructure, increasing affordability of internet services, and the rise of mobile internet usage. Furthermore, the government's initiatives to promote digital literacy and the private sector's investments in technology could significantly influence the rate of internet adoption in Kenya by 2027.
