The Mobile Internet Connectivity Report for 2023, published by the GSM Association (GSMA), reveals that approximately 4.3 billion people now own smartphones. That is the 55% of the global population. Out of the 4.6 billion mobile internet users, 4 billion access internet services through their smartphones.
Continue readingVodafone Ghana sees network upgrade
Vodafone Ghana majority shareholder Telecel Group announced it had expanded the operator’s network with the deployment of 300 new 4G sites, with the majority of them being activated across Ghana.
Continue readingCybersecurity Awareness Month: YBF calls for enhanced enforcement to protect vulnerable citizens
As the world marks International Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the Ministry of Communication undertakes series of public engagements after a successful launch, the Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF) wishes to commend the government for its significant strides in bolstering cyber protection measures.
Continue readingAfrica Mobile Broadband Summit 2023: Powering Digital Africa
Huawei and GSMA Intelligence held the Africa Mobile Broadband Summit 2023 in Dubai. The event brought together African telecom regulators, industry organizations, carriers, think tanks, and industry partners to discuss a wide range of topics, including expanding mobile coverage, increasing 4G uptake, and managing the region’s evolution towards 5G.
Continue readingPreview: Accelerating digital Africa at MWC Kigali 2023
In Sub-Saharan Africa, many people turn to mobile connectivity to access basic services that are otherwise out of reach.
Continue readingIndustries urged to adopt renewable energy use- ATC GHANA
The ATC Ghana, a subsidiary of the American Tower Corporation, has urged businesses to adopt the use of renewable energy such as solar to reduce carbon emissions. That, the company said, would ensure environmental sustainability.
Continue readingMTN Ghana Maintained In Cimg Hall Of Fame, Receives Marketing-Oriented Telecommunications Company.
MTN Ghana has been adjudged the Marketing-oriented Telecommunications Company of the Year 2022 at the 34th Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG) annual national awards held in Accra. In addition, MTN was maintained in the CIMG Hall of Fame for the fourth time.
Continue readingTelecel announces immense network expansion in Ghana by adding 300 new 4G sites in record time
Telecel Group, the majority shareholder of Vodafone Ghana, is thrilled to announce the successful expansion of Vodafone Ghana’s network infrastructure by adding a remarkable 300 new 4G sites, most of which have been activated across various regions in Ghana. This achievement has been accomplished in record time and stands as a direct testament to Telecel’s unwavering commitment to providing enhanced connectivity and outstanding services to Ghanaians.
Continue readingAmerican Tower Corporation Africa Decreases Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Per Tower by 21%
American Tower has invested more than $350 million in energy reduction initiatives in Africa since 2018
Continue readingCSquared leverages Adtran’s optical platform to enable Togo’s broadband drive
CSquared, an African-based provider, is deploying Adtran’s FSP 3000 open optical transport technology to bring broadband services to Togo, marking another move in CSquared’s mission to provide fast and reliable connectivity across Africa.
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