Prioritization of ICT investment projects to reduce the digital divide in the Colombian Caribbean Region

This article analyzes the infrastructure and internet connectivity in the Colombian Caribbean Region, utilizing both internationally recognized and nationally established indicators. The objective is to prioritize ICT investment projects that will reduce the digital divide between the Caribbean Region and the rest of the country. First, as a contextual matter, we compare Colombia's connectivity status to other Latin American countries with similar economies. Then, we analyze the level of connectivity and digital divide within the departments of the Caribbean Region with the rest of the nation. After identifying clear disparities, a group of experts from various departments proposes a series of investment projects, which are assessed and prioritized.