ECTEL digital survey findings to guide policy on digital development

Published on February 24, 2026

The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) has released the findings of its Digital Inclusion Survey, providing new data on access, affordability, usage, and digital skills across its Contracting States.

Officials say the report offers an evidence-based foundation to guide regulatory decisions and strengthen digital development strategies throughout the region.

The survey also highlights key barriers limiting participation in the digital economy, helping policymakers design more inclusive and targeted interventions.

Report The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority, ECTEL has released the findings of its Digital Inclusion Survey, offering new data on access, affordability, usage, and digital skills across its Contracting States.

The survey, launched during a hybrid regional event hosted in Saint Lucia, examined how individuals and households engage with digital technologies and identified barriers limiting full participation in the digital economy.

Officials say the report provides an important evidence-based foundation for shaping future regulatory policies and digital development strategies across the region.

Speaking at the launch, ECTEL’s Managing Director David Cox described the survey as a major milestone, stressing that regulators must rely on data-driven evidence, rather than anecdotal observations, to guide policy decisions and regulatory interventions.