Internet Users: Congo, Dem. Rep. of the

Analysis# Congo, Dem. Rep. of the Internet Users Internet penetration in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reached 19.674% of the population in 2024, marking the country's all-time peak. Starting from essentially zero access in 1990, the nation has gradually expanded digital connectivity over three decades. The current figure remains modest compared to global averages, reflecting persistent infrastructure challenges across the vast Central African state. Growth accelerated notably between 2015 and 2016, when internet users jumped from 3.8% to 10.1%—a decisive shift driven by mobile network expansion. Since then, adoption has continued climbing steadily, adding roughly 1–2 percentage points annually through 2024. This consistent upward trajectory suggests infrastructure improvements and falling device costs are sustaining progress, though reaching universal connectivity remains a long-term challenge for the region.