Kuwait has secured an impressive third-place ranking both globally and in the Arab world for mobile internet speed, achieving an average speed of 258.51 Mbps, according to the October 2024 Speed Test Global Index, as reported by Al-Seyassah daily. This achievement positions Kuwait among the global leaders in mobile connectivity. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) topped the global and regional rankings with a remarkable mobile internet speed of 428.53 Mbps, while Qatar ranked second globally and regionally with an average speed of 356.7 Mbps.
Countries within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) showed strong performances on the index. Saudi Arabia ranked fourth in the Arab world and 11th globally, with a mobile internet speed of 121.9 Mbps. Bahrain secured fifth place regionally and 13th globally, registering an average speed of 116.6 Mbps, while Oman placed sixth in the Arab world and 29th globally, with a speed of 89.3 Mbps.
The index also highlighted the performance of other Arab nations outside the GCC. Morocco ranked seventh in the Arab world and 67th globally, with an average speed of 42.5 Mbps. Iraq ranked eighth regionally and 77th globally, achieving 34.7 Mbps, while Lebanon took the ninth spot in the Arab world and 83rd globally, with a speed of 30.8 Mbps.
Tunisia rounded out the top ten for the Arab region, ranking 90th globally, with an average mobile internet speed of 26.16 Mbps. Kuwait’s strong performance reflects its significant advancements in telecommunications infrastructure and underscores the country’s commitment to providing high-speed mobile internet services. The outstanding performances of GCC countries further highlight the region’s investment in cutting-edge technology and digital innovation, positioning the region as a global leader in the digital landscape.
