Ghana was ranked 8^th in Africa with the best internet quality by the 2024 Surfshark Digital Quality of Life Index (DQL).

According to the report, the country secured an index of 0.304.

Mauritius was ranked 1^st in Africa with an internet quality index of 0.361.

It was followed by Ivory Coast (2^nd), Egypt (3rd) and Algeria (4th). South Africa, Senegal and Burkina Faso placed 5^th, 6^th and 7^th respectively.

Morocco and Nigeria wrapped up the top 10 position in Africa, placing 9^th and 10^th respectively.

A country’s internet quality is determined by factors influencing speed, stability, and overall performance, shaping how efficiently individuals, businesses, and institutions connect online for communication, work, and entertainment.

Despite advancements, the report said many Africans continue to face challenges such as slow internet speeds, high data costs, and inconsistent network coverage, limiting access to vital digital services like online banking, e-commerce, and telemedicine.

The Digital Quality of Life index

The 2024 Surfshark Digital Quality of Life Index (DQL) evaluated 121 countries based on five key pillars: internet affordability, internet quality, e-infrastructure, e-security, and e-government.

These pillars are analysed through 14 indicators, collectively measuring a country's overall digital well-being.

The DQL Index reveals that African countries fall behind in digital quality of life, particularly in terms of internet quality, which includes both mobile and fixed broadband connections.

European countries dominated the top 10 positions in the index, with only 18 nations outside of Europe making it to the top 50.

African nations, on the other hand, performed poorly in the rankings, with the highest-ranked country placed at 66th