The digital world is no longer a separate entity; it’s intricately woven into the fabric of our lives. This sentiment couldn’t be truer in 2023 as we see an increasing number of daily activities transitioning to the digital realm.
Whether it’s remote work, online education, or leisure activities, the internet is at the centre of it all. Recognising the significance of this shift, Surfshark’s 5th annual Digital Quality of Life (DQL) Index has emerged as a critical tool for assessing the digital well-being of nations.
The DQL Index 2023 examined 121 nations, encompassing 92% of the global population. It assessed each country based on five key pillars, providing a comprehensive view of their digital quality of life:
Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries that have excelled in these digital quality of life metrics in 2023.
These rankings highlight the progress these African nations have made in improving their digital landscapes.
| Rank | Country | Global Rank | Ranking Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 72nd | 0.44 |
| 2 | Morocco | 75th | 0.42 |
| 3 | Kenya | 76th | 0.42 |
| 4 | Mauritius | 80th | 0.41 |
| 5 | Tunisia | 83rd | 0.41 |
| 6 | Egypt | 87th | 0.38 |
| 7 | Nigeria | 88th | 0.38 |
| 8 | Algeria | 92nd | 0.35 |
| 9 | Ghana | 96th | 0.34 |
| 10 | Benin | 98th | 0.33 |
