Ghana's government talks with private companies about taking over AirtelTigo phone services. Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George wants to improve the struggling telecom company that operates as AT. Officials gave negotiators 60 days to finish deal talks for better customer services. The state bought AirtelTigo back during 2021 but faced problems competing against other phone companies. Leaders hope new investors will bring money and technical skills to upgrade AT operations.
Cabinet approved extra radio spectrum for MTN and Telecel to build stronger networks across the country. AT and Telecel can access shared resources through the NGIC platform because they lack enough spectrum space. MTN may also use these shared network resources if the company wants to participate. Government officials want faster internet speeds and better phone coverage for all Ghanaians. These changes should help create more competition between different telecom providers serving local customers.
Cabinet approved extra radio spectrum for MTN and Telecel to build stronger networks across the country. AT and Telecel can access shared resources through the NGIC platform because they lack enough spectrum space. MTN may also use these shared network resources if the company wants to participate. Government officials want faster internet speeds and better phone coverage for all Ghanaians. These changes should help create more competition between different telecom providers serving local customers.
