Question 1

Which of the following countries has seen its internet freedom decline significantly due to the civil war, leading to destruction of infrastructure and deliberate disruptions that exacerbated the humanitarian crisis?

Accepted Answer

Sudan

Question 2

In early 2024, which country experienced nationwide internet shutdowns attributed to a paramilitary group's occupation of ISP data centers, severely impacting humanitarian aid and communication?

Accepted Answer

Sudan

Question 3

As of July 2025, Kenya leads global ChatGPT usage among internet users aged 16 and above at approximately 42.1%. What are the primary reported use cases for this AI tool among Kenyans?

Accepted Answer

Education, content creation, entrepreneurship, and coding

Question 4

According to a report published in May 2025, what was the estimated value of the African creator economy in March 2025, and its projected value by 2032?

Accepted Answer

$5.10 billion in 2025, projected to reach $29.84 billion by 2032

Question 5

In 2023, which African country became the top video game market on the continent, generating $249 million in gaming activities, slightly ahead of South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Nigeria

Question 6

Which South African music genre, propelled by streaming platforms and social media integration like TikTok and Instagram, has gained significant global audiences beyond geographical boundaries?

Accepted Answer

Amapiano

Question 7

As of May 2026, South African music artists generated over R504 million on Spotify in 2025. What percentage increase year-on-year did this figure represent?

Accepted Answer

28%

Question 8

Senegal experienced significant internet shutdowns in 2023 and 2024, often coinciding with protests and political events. Which platform did authorities specifically cite for alleged 'spread of hateful subversive messages' as a reason for restriction?

Accepted Answer

TikTok

Question 9

A bill introduced in Nigeria's Senate in November 2019, titled 'Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulations Bill 2019', aims to criminalize the use of social media for spreading false information. What specific power would the bill grant authorities in certain circumstances?

Accepted Answer

Temporary suspension of social media operations

Question 10

In 2025, South Africa's music industry saw streaming account for nearly 75% of total music income. What was the reported year-on-year revenue increase for the South African music industry in 2023?

Accepted Answer

20%

Question 11

Which Nigerian bill, introduced in November 2019, sought to criminalize the use of social media in peddling false or malicious information, and faced significant opposition from civil society organizations and human rights activists?

Accepted Answer

The Social Media Bill (Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulations Bill 2019)

Question 12

In July 2026, a bill advanced to a public hearing in Nigeria's Senate seeking to amend the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023. What is the primary requirement proposed by this bill for major social media platforms operating in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

To establish physical offices within the country

Question 13

According to a report from May 2026, South African artists were discovered by first-time listeners on Spotify more than 1.6 billion times in 2025, representing a significant increase compared to the previous year. What was this percentage increase?

Accepted Answer

40%

Question 14

In 2024, Africa's gaming market was valued at $1.8 billion, with the mobile gaming sector accounting for over 90% of the continent's gaming revenue. Which African country led in gaming revenue in 2022, generating $249 million?

Accepted Answer

Nigeria

Question 15

Which Ghanaian-Australian singer, known globally for his unique musical style, has a significant following on Instagram and YouTube, with audience affinities for brands like Spotify?

Accepted Answer

Genesis Owusu

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