Internet Users: Malawi

Analysis# Malawi Internet Users Malawi's internet penetration reached 18.962% of the population in 2024, matching its all-time peak. This represents a dramatic shift from 1990, when zero percent of the population had internet access. Over the 34-year period, the country has experienced sustained growth, transforming from complete digital disconnection to nearly one in five citizens online. The acceleration became pronounced after 2015, when internet users represented just 6% of the population. By 2020, that figure had more than doubled to 13.899%, reflecting rapid infrastructure expansion and growing device accessibility. The trajectory from 2015 to 2024—climbing from 6% to 18.962%—signals ongoing momentum in digital adoption, though substantial gaps remain compared to global averages.