Forecast: Fixed Broadband Subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa

Fixed broadband subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa demonstrated significant growth from 2013 to 2022, with values increasing from 0.32 to 0.72 units per hundred persons. Despite small dips in 2015 and 2019, overall growth trended positively, averaging a yearly increase of around 9%. Notable gains were seen in 2022 with a 16.03% rise. However, the stabilizing effect was observed for 2023 with a minor 0.044% year-on-year increase, remaining at 0.72.

Looking ahead, forecast data from 2024 to 2028 suggest a more moderate growth with a 5-year CAGR of 3.54% reaching 0.9 in 2028, an overall 19.02% increase. Future trends to watch for include potential impact of governmental policies, infrastructure improvements, economic conditions, and technological advancements which could either enhance or hinder broadband market expansion in the region.