Industry leader Caroline Mbugua has urged African governments to reassess current tax policies on smartphones, arguing that lowering levies on mobile devices is vital for accelerating the continent's digital economy.
High duties and retail taxes remain a significant barrier to smartphone affordability and internet access across many African nations. Addressing these fiscal hurdles could help lower entry costs for consumers and encourage wider digital adoption.
Expanding smartphone penetration is widely seen as a catalyst for broader economic growth, unlocking greater participation in digital finance, e-commerce, and essential online services across urban and rural communities alike.
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