Internet Users: Namibia

Analysis# Namibia Internet Users Namibia's internet penetration reached 64.875% of the population in 2024, matching its all-time peak. This represents a dramatic shift from 1990, when virtually no internet access existed in the country. Over three decades, Namibia transformed from zero connectivity to becoming a nation where nearly two-thirds of residents use the internet, reflecting broader technological adoption across southern Africa. The acceleration became particularly pronounced after 2015, when internet users comprised just 25.688% of the population. Between 2015 and 2020, penetration surged from roughly one-quarter to nearly 58% of residents, driven by mobile infrastructure expansion and declining device costs. Growth has moderated since 2020, increasing by approximately 7 percentage points over the past four years, suggesting the market is approaching saturation among readily accessible populations.