Digital technologies have become integral to daily life in many societies, yet their accessibility varies widely across different regions and communities. A quantitative survey was conducted among a stratified sample of individuals living in rural areas of Cape Verde, focusing on their access to and use of digital technologies. The analysis revealed that only 35% of respondents had internet access at home, with significant disparities based on age and education levels. Despite efforts by the government and international organizations, there remains a substantial gap in digital infrastructure and usage among rural Cape Verdeans. Immediate measures should be taken to improve broadband connectivity and digital literacy programmes targeting younger generations and less educated populations.
Martin et al. (Thu,) studied this question.