Bangladesh Drops Six Places in Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index, Ranking 82nd Globally

Bangladesh has fallen six places to 82nd in Surfshark’s 2025 Digital Quality of Life Index, ranking 121 countries by digital wellbeing across five pillars. It performed best in internet quality at 65th, though speeds remain below global averages. Affordability challenges persist, with over four hours of work needed monthly for fixed broadband access. The country ranked 73rd in e-government and 85th in e-security, trailing India but ahead of Pakistan.

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Africa’s Mobile Revolution: 855 Million Cellular Connections and Rapid Growth in 2025

Africa’s mobile landscape is booming with about 855 million cellular connections in 2025, often exceeding total population numbers due to multiple device ownership. Nigeria leads with 150 million connections, followed by South Africa and Egypt. This surge is driven by affordable smartphones, expanding 4G/5G networks, and mobile money innovations, positioning mobile technology as a key driver for communication, economic growth, and digital inclusion across the continent.

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