Kenya leads the world in the use of artificial intelligence tools, with 97.5 per cent of internet users aged 16 and above engaging with AI platforms each month, according to the Digital 2026 Mid-Year Global Update Report.
The ranking highlights a strong shift toward widespread adoption of emerging technologies across both developed and developing economies.
The United Arab Emirates and Indonesia follow closely, with usage rates above 93 per cent, while Egypt and the Philippines also record high engagement.
Malaysia, Vietnam and Brazil round out the upper tier, all posting figures above 90 per cent.
In Africa, South Africa and Nigeria also feature in the top 10, underscoring the continent’s growing embrace of AI-driven solutions.
The high uptake is largely driven by increasing access to smartphones, affordable internet and the expanding role of AI in education, business and everyday problem-solving.
The trend signals a rapidly evolving digital landscape where AI is becoming an essential tool in daily life.
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