allegationSaid on 2026-11-08
About half of the population of the Middle East and North Africa still does not use mobile internet, even though they live in areas with coverage.
A allegation by post author, said on 2026-11-08. Statements are as reported by the cited publishers — not verified by DecisionGateway.
قرابة نصف سكان الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا مازالوا ما يستعملوش إنترنت الهاتف، رغم أنهم يعيشو في مناطق فيها التغطية!
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