Literature Review on the Digital Divide in Africa: Emerging Trends and Research Directions, 2021–2024
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This article presents a systematic review of recent scholarship on the digital divide in Africa, based on an analysis of 66 peer-reviewed studies. It examines how the digital divide is conceptualized, what policy solutions are proposed, and which research agendas are emerging. Thematic analysis reveals a growing recognition of digital divide as a layered and structural issue, with particular attention to socio-demographic exclusion, capability gaps, and the rising concern of adverse digital incorporation. The review identifies six key policy directions and seven research priorities, highlighting the importance of context-sensitive, inclusive, and governance-aware digital strategies. By integrating dimensional, policy, and forward-looking perspectives, the article contributes to both academic debates and practical approaches to promoting equitable digital transformation in Africa.
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This article presents a systematic review of recent scholarship on the digital divide in Africa, based on an analysis of 66 peer-reviewed studies. It examines how the digital divide is conceptualized, what policy solutions are proposed, and which research agendas are emerging. Thematic analysis reveals a growing recognition of digital divide as a layered and structural issue, with particular attention to socio-demographic exclusion, capability gaps, and the rising concern of adverse digital incorporation. The review identifies six key policy directions and seven research priorities, highlighting the importance of context-sensitive, inclusive, and governance-aware digital strategies. By integrating dimensional, policy, and forward-looking perspectives, the article contributes to both academic debates and practical approaches to promoting equitable digital transformation in Africa.