Ericsson project manager Anette Lundvall says Africa is expected to continue expanding fifth‑generation mobile networks in parallel with sixth‑generation technology once 6G becomes available globally around 2030. The Ericsson Mobility Report for June 2026 revealed that 5G subscriptions have exceeded 3 billion worldwide, and growth is expected to continue through the rest of the decade. “I don’t think South Africa would sort of jump the 5G step before 6G,” Lundvall said. China already has 1.2 billion 5G users, while India is forecast to reach 1.1 billion by 2031. The Ericsson Mobility Report for June 2026 tracks global trends in subscriber growth, the effect AI is having on network traffic, the shift towards paid differentiated connectivity, and where FWA and early 6G work currently stand.