January 30, 2025, Cotonou: The GSMA today launched an innovative report, Promote the digital transformation of the economy in Benin: opportunities, policy reforms and the role of mobile deviceshighlighting the fundamental role of digitalization in the unlocking of sustainable economic growth, job creation and promoting social progress in Benin. The recommendations of the report are aligned with the National Development Plan of Benin and the Government's action program, providing a clear strategy to promote economic diversification, increase productivity and promote the development of human capital.
The study describes how the adoption of digital technologies in public and private sectors can generate XOF 1.2 billion in GDP by 2028, while creating more than 300,000 jobs and increases fiscal income from XOF 150 million. Digitization is identified as an cornerstone to achieve shared prosperity in Benin, improve productivity in agriculture, manufacturing, transport and trade, while improving access to global value chains (GVC) and strengthening of the provision of public services. Emerging technologies such as mobile money, artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing are also observed as critical facilitators of digital and financial inclusion, which support human development throughout the country.
Key reports of the report
- Economic impact: The mobile sector contributed with XOF 960 billion to GDP in 2023, and accelerated digitalization could increase total GDP by 8% by 2028.
- Benefits of the sector:
Agriculture: XOF 197 billion (4.3% of the GDP of the sector) added by 2028, creating 82,000 jobs.
Manufacture: XOF 134 billion (5.1% of the GDP of the sector) added by 2028, creating 77,000 jobs.
Transport: XOF 74 billion (6.3% of the GDP of the sector) added by 2028, creating 25,000 jobs.
Commerce: XOF 39 billion (2.0% of the GDP of the sector) added by 2028, creating 18,000 jobs. - Digital inclusion: Policy reforms could boost an increase of 1.2 million mobile internet users by 2028, significantly reducing the use gap and guaranteeing broader access to digital services.
Angela Wamola, Chief of Sub -Saharan Africa in GSMAsaying: “This report underlines the transformative potential of Benin's digital economy to offer inclusive growth and shared prosperity. By prioritizing policy reforms and promoting collaboration in all sectors, Benin can unlock new opportunities for companies and individuals, improve the provision of public services and build a prosperous digital ecosystem that benefits everyone. With a specific action, the country is well located to boost innovation, create jobs and ensure a more connected and prosperous future. “
Policy recommendations to accelerate growth
The report requires specific reforms to build a sustainable and inclusive digital ecosystem, which includes:
- Coverage reform and service quality indicators Take into account technological developments in terminals, which, by allowing investment to be redirected to more relevant services, will better serve the interests of users.
- Specific tax reduction in the sector and establish appropriate spectrum rates to unlock investment and improve affordability.
- Eliminating mobile money tax To improve financial inclusion and expand access to low -cost financial services.
- Modernization of telecommunications licenses frames to promote competition, innovation and network quality improvements.
- Implementation of policies on the side of demand such as telephone subsidies, training in digital skills, SME support and the digitalization of government services to increase the adoption of new technologies.
Delivery of shared prosperity through digitalization
The study highlights the direct and indirect benefits of digital technologies, including improved access to information, improved educational results and greater transparency and efficiency in the provision of public services.
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About GSMA
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Editors notes
- About the report
Promote the digital transformation of the economy in Benin: opportunities, policy reforms and the role of mobile devices It is an exhaustive analysis of the impact of digital technologies and mobile connectivity on Benin's economy and society. The report explores the potential of the digital economy to boost GDP growth, create jobs and improve financial and digital inclusion. It is aligned with the National Development Plan of Benin and the Government's action program to support economic diversification and development of human capital.
- About GSMA in Sub -Saharan Africa
The GSMA works throughout the sub -Saharan Africa region to advocate the political and regulatory reforms that promote investment, innovation and digital inclusion. Through research, collaboration and strategic initiatives, GSMA supports governments and mobile industry to offer sustainable economic growth and social impact.
