Non-Profit · Telecom Research · Africa

Independent Research for Africa's Digital Future

TelecomAfrica is a non-profit research institute producing independent, evidence-based research on telecommunications policy, digital infrastructure, and connectivity across Africa.

Our Research Publications →
180+
Publications
38
Countries Studied
15 yrs
Independent Research
47
Policy Briefs to AU
Research Focus

What We Study

Our research covers the key policy and infrastructure challenges shaping telecommunications across the African continent.

Digital Infrastructure

Research on broadband access, last-mile connectivity, and infrastructure investment across Africa.

Spectrum & Regulation

Independent analysis of spectrum policy, licensing frameworks, and regulatory reform.

Digital Inclusion

Studying barriers to internet access for underserved communities and evidence-based solutions.

Emerging Technologies

Examining 5G, AI, satellite internet, and their governance implications on the continent.

Publications

Recent Output

All our research is freely available. No paywalls.

2024 Policy Brief Spectrum Harmonisation Across AU Member States PDF ↓
2024 Research Report Gender and the Mobile Internet Gap in Sub-Saharan Africa PDF ↓
2023 Working Paper 5G Readiness Index for Africa: Infrastructure & Regulatory Gaps PDF ↓
2023 Policy Brief Universal Service Funds: Redeployment for Last-Mile Access PDF ↓
About

Who We Are

TelecomAfrica is an independent, non-profit research institute dedicated to advancing evidence-based telecommunications policy across Africa. We produce rigorous research that informs policymakers, regulators, and advocates.

Founded in 2011, we operate with full editorial independence from our funders and partners. Our work is rooted in African scholarship and shaped by African priorities.

We work closely with the African Union Commission, national regulators, and international development partners to ensure our research translates into real policy impact.

Founded2011 · Nairobi, Kenya
StatusRegistered Non-Profit · AU Consultative Status
IndependenceFull editorial independence from all funders
Open AccessAll publications free under CC BY 4.0
Contacthello@telecomafrica.org
Contact

Get in Touch

Whether you're a policymaker, researcher, funder, or journalist — we'd love to hear from you.

Address
TelecomAfrica, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

Email
hello@telecomafrica.org

For Media
press@telecomafrica.org
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