Ghana approves “Dig Once” Policy for fiber rollout.
Ghana approves “Dig Once” Policy for fiber rollout. Ghana’s government has approved a sweeping new “Dig Once” policy that will require fiber-optic ducts to be built into all new road…
Google expands AI and connectivity push in Africa.
Google announced a new round of investments to accelerate Africa’s digital economy, spanning subsea cable hubs, AI access for students, and funding for local research. Connectivity remains central. Since its…
CSquared exec Estelle Akofio‑Sowah appointed Chairperson of NITA Ghana board, set to lead regulatory transformation.
Estelle Akofio‑Sowah, West Africa Regional Director at CSquared and former Country Manager for Google Ghana, has been officially sworn in as Chairperson of the Board of the National Information Technology…
Ghana hosts WATRA Working Group to harmonize regulatory practices and share knowledge.
Ghana’s telecommunications regulator, National Communications Authority (NCA), is hosting a four-day meeting of the West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA), bringing together regulators, private sector leaders, development partners, and academics…
London Internet Exchange launches West African interconnection hub in Ghana.
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has launched LinXaccra, its first interconnection point in West Africa, marking a milestone for Ghana’s digital infrastructure. At the launch, Communication Minister Hon. Samuel Nartey…
Nigeria and Ghana strengthen telecom regulatory ties at Accra summit.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) reaffirmed their commitment to deepening regulatory cooperation during a bilateral meeting in Accra on May 8, 2025, setting the…
Fianko replaces Anokye as Ghana’s telecoms regulator.
Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko has been appointed Acting Director General of Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA), the country’s telecommunications regulator. With over 20 years of experience in telecommunications, broadcasting…
Ghana claims top spot in global Mobile Money ranking.
Ghana has secured the top position in the 2024 Mobile Money Regulatory Index (MMRI), published by the global telecom standard body GSMA. Leading the world in mobile money adoption, Ghana…
Over 10,000 fiber optic cable cuts reported across Ghana.
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT) and the Electronic Money Issuers (EMIS) Chamber of Ghana have revealed that between January and November 2024, a total of 10,233 fiber optic cable…
Ghana’s digital infrastructure companies groan under fuel, power costs
The rising cost of doing business in Ghana has emerged as a pressing concern, particularly for companies that rely heavily on stable electricity and fuel. Data centers and digital infrastructure…