From The Rio Times · Contributing Reporter · · 1m 10s
Bolivia State Telecom Targets 100% Coverage by 2030
Bolivia’s state telecom aims for near-total national internet coverage by 2030 despite current gaps.
In brief
Bolivia’s state telecom aims for near-total national internet coverage by 2030 despite current gaps. Bolivia’s state telecom Entel plans to reach close to 100% of the country’s territory with internet by 2030. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Entel’s 2030 Coverage Goal
Bolivia’s state telecom company Entel aims to reach close to 100% of the country’s territory by 2030.
Current Coverage Status
Entel already serves 335 municipalities but gaps remain in rural and mountainous areas.
Internet Access Growth
Household internet access rose from 10% in 2012 to 74% in 2024 according to SDSN Bolivia’s atlas.
Three Pillars for 2030
Entel’s strategy focuses on connectivity, technological transformation, and integration with South America.
Atlas of Sustainable Development Goals
SDSN Bolivia’s 2026 atlas compares 340+ municipalities and holds 100,000+ data points from 2012 to 2024.
Coverage Measurement Challenges
Entel did not specify how coverage is measured, whether by population, territory, or municipalities.
What This Means for Bolivia
If achieved, the goal could improve internet access for work, school, and health services nationwide.
The main idea
Bolivia’s state telecom Entel plans to reach close to 100% of the country’s territory with internet by 2030.
