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Mobile Penetration (per 100 inhabitants)
ZM-DV-MP | Periodicity: Annual
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Latest Value
127.40
Dec 2025Baseline Value
101.20
Dec 2022Change vs Baseline
26.20
25.9%Data Completeness
100.0%
4 of 4 periodsTrend Analysis
| Date | Period | Value | Source | Status | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | 2025 | 127.40 | ZICTA | Closed | — |
| 31 Dec 2024 | 2024 | 115.80 | ZICTA | Closed | — |
| 31 Dec 2023 | 2023 | 107.90 | ZICTA | Closed | — |
| 31 Dec 2022 | 2022 | 101.20 | ZICTA | Closed | — |
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- Definition
- Total number of active mobile cellular subscriptions divided by the total population, expressed as the number of subscriptions per 100 inhabitants.
- Interpretation
- Values above 100 indicate that, on average, individuals hold more than one SIM card, which is common in Zambia due to network coverage differences, pricing, and mobile money usage. While high penetration suggests strong infrastructure availability, it may overstate actual individual access and does not reflect levels of active internet usage or digital engagement.
- Description
- Measures the number of mobile subscriptions relative to the total population, indicating the depth of mobile network reach across Zambia. It provides a normalized view of connectivity beyond absolute subscription counts.
- Source
- Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA); operator administrative data; International Telecommunication Union (ITU); World Bank.
Observation History
| Date | Period | Value | Source | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | 2025 | 127.40 | ZICTA | Closed |
| 31 Dec 2024 | 2024 | 115.80 | ZICTA | Closed |
| 31 Dec 2023 | 2023 | 107.90 | ZICTA | Closed |
| 31 Dec 2022 | 2022 | 101.20 | ZICTA | Closed |
Indicator-Level Activities
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About this Indicator
- Definition
- Total number of active mobile cellular subscriptions divided by the total population, expressed as the number of subscriptions per 100 inhabitants.
- Interpretation
- Values above 100 indicate that, on average, individuals hold more than one SIM card, which is common in Zambia due to network coverage differences, pricing, and mobile money usage. While high penetration suggests strong infrastructure availability, it may overstate actual individual access and does not reflect levels of active internet usage or digital engagement.
- Description
- Measures the number of mobile subscriptions relative to the total population, indicating the depth of mobile network reach across Zambia. It provides a normalized view of connectivity beyond absolute subscription counts.
- Source
- Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA); operator administrative data; International Telecommunication Union (ITU); World Bank.