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MTN Ghana has reduced tariffs across its voice, data and device financing services following Ghana’s revised VAT regime, which lowered the effective VAT rate from 21.9% to 20%.

The operator implemented the tariff adjustments from January 2, shortly after the new tax rules took effect, passing the tax reduction through to customers. While the individual savings are modest, the impact could be significant given MTN’s large subscriber base and transaction volumes.

MTN remains Ghana’s dominant telecom operator, with recent National Communications Authority figures showing it holds about 72.7% of the mobile voice market and 79% of mobile data market. The company has held Significant Market Power status since 2020, subjecting it to regulatory measures intended to promote competition.

The lower tariffs could also support wider digital adoption, particularly for small businesses and consumers that rely on mobile data for e-commerce, mobile money and other digital services. However, MTN’s continued market dominance remains a key issue for regulators assessing competition in Ghana’s telecommunications sector.

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Deputy Communications Minister Mohammed Adam Sukparu has urged civil service IT professionals to move beyond technical support roles and take a more strategic role in shaping Ghana’s digital future as government adoption of data and artificial intelligence grows.

Speaking at the 7th General Meeting of the Information Technology and Information Management Association of Ghana’s Civil Service, Sukparu stressed the importance of data quality, security and effective information management in sectors including healthcare, education, agriculture, justice and public finance.

He highlighted government investments in digital public infrastructure, broadband, digital financial services, e-government platforms and cybersecurity, alongside the implementation of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy.

Sukparu also called for stronger collaboration among IT professionals across ministries, departments and agencies to establish common standards and strengthen cybersecurity, interoperability, AI readiness, digital inclusion and skills development.

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Huawei is strengthening its role in Senegal’s renewable energy sector after signing an MoU with national utility Senelec for two 50MW solar plants in Linguère and Koungheul.

The projects will also feature 30MW/90MWh of battery storage, supporting Senegal’s push to expand solar generation while improving energy reliability. The agreement builds on cooperation between Senelec, Huawei and China National Technical Import and Export Corporation (CNTIC) that began in 2025.

Huawei’s involvement forms part of the company’s broader participation in Africa’s clean-energy transition, as Chinese technology and energy firms increasingly support large-scale solar and battery-storage projects across the continent. Senegal is also planning additional solar capacity, including a 500MW tender with 100MW/400MWh of storage.

The growing deployment of Chinese solar technology is helping accelerate Africa’s renewable energy expansion, while also highlighting the continent’s increasing dependence on China’s solar manufacturing industry.

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Telecel Ghana has launched the Telecel Agent Loyalty Scheme to reward mobile money agents and strengthen the country’s digital financial ecosystem.

The scheme was unveiled at the Telecel–MoMAG Agent Conference in Accra, which brought together more than 400 mobile money agents, retailers, regulators, financial institutions and other industry stakeholders. The forum focused on improving agent performance, security, compliance and business sustainability.

Telecel Ghana’s Chief Operating Officer, Mohamad Ghaddar, said Telecel Cash recorded double-digit growth over the past year and remains committed to providing secure and trusted mobile financial services. He noted that the company would continue investing in stronger security measures to protect customers and combat fraud.

Sales and Distribution Director Samuel Sarpong said the loyalty scheme recognises the critical role agents play in expanding digital finance and provides a commission structure designe

d to reward agents based on the value they deliver.

The conference also highlighted the importance of collaboration among industry stakeholders to strengthen fraud prevention, financial inclusion and digital resilience. Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications CEO Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah called for a shift from rapid adoption towards deeper financial inclusion, productive digital finance use and stronger trust.

Telecel Ghana also recognised high-performing agents for their dedication and contribution to providing reliable financial services in their communities, reinforcing the company’s commitment to building a safer, more sustainable and profitable agent network.

Source : www.businessghana.com

Ericsson and Hack for Earth have launched the Ericsson Sustainability Challenge, a hackathon aimed at empowering young innovators, startups and university students across the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain to develop technology-driven solutions for sustainability and climate action.

Open to participants aged 18 and above, the challenge will explore how technologies such as AI, IoT and next-generation connectivity can support sustainable digital transformation and build smarter, more resilient communities.

The programme follows Hack for Earth’s Dream-Hack-Build methodology, taking participants from identifying sustainability challenges to developing and accelerating practical solutions. Registration opens on August 17 through the Hack for Earth platform.

Winning teams will gain access to the six-month Build for Earth accelerator programme, where they will work with mentors, industry experts and Ericsson’s ecosystem to develop their ideas into scalable solutions. Winners will also have an opportunity to showcase their innovations at Ericsson’s booth at GITEX GLOBAL.

The initiative combines Ericsson’s technology expertise with Hack for Earth’s innovation platform to support the next generation of changemakers and demonstrate how digitalisation and connectivity can contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.

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Broadspectrum Limited is leveraging technology and local expertise to deliver digital solutions across Ghana, with its work spanning digital infrastructure, agriculture, data centres and public-sector services.

Speaking at the National ICT 2026 Conference in Accra, Group Chief Finance Officer Sam Osew Kwatia said the company’s approach focused on applying technology to practical challenges and creating measurable value for businesses, government and communities.

The company has developed end-to-end solutions covering fibre infrastructure, network services, security systems and digital platforms. In agriculture, its technology solutions support more than six million farmers, representing about 65 per cent of Ghana’s food basket, by providing information to improve farm management and decision-making across the agricultural cycle.

Broadspectrum is also supporting public-sector digitalisation through the deployment of tablets and other digital solutions, while its data-centre operations provide infrastructure for Ghana’s growing demand for secure and reliable data processing.

Mr Kwatia said the company was also investing in local capacity, with about 25 local experts involved in training and supporting businesses and partners. He stressed that technology should go beyond infrastructure to deliver practical solutions, strengthen local capabilities and contribute to Ghana’s digital transformation.

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MTN Ghana’s Mobile Money (MoMo) float reached GH¢38.4 billion in 2025, highlighting the growing role of digital payments in Ghana’s financial ecosystem and the increasing trust Ghanaians place in mobile money services.

The figure places MTN’s MoMo float just behind GCB Bank’s GH¢41.05 billion in customer deposits when compared illustratively with bank deposits. However, MoMo funds are not classified as bank deposits. Under Ghana’s digital payments framework, customer funds are held securely in trust accounts with licensed banks and supervised by the Bank of Ghana.

The strong growth reflects the expanding use of MoMo for everyday transactions, including salary payments, bill payments, merchant transactions, savings and person-to-person transfers. It also demonstrates how digital financial services are improving convenience and expanding access to financial services across the country.

MTN Ghana reported GH¢7.8 billion in after-tax profit in 2025, representing a 55.9% increase from the previous year. Analysts also believe the growing volume of MoMo transaction data could create new opportunities to support small businesses with access to financing.

As digital payments continue to expand, MTN Ghana’s MoMo platform remains an important driver of financial inclusion, innovation and the broader digital transformation of Ghana’s economy.

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MTN Ghana will construct 80 new network sites across the five northern regions in 2026 as part of a $1.1 billion investment plan to expand coverage and improve service quality nationwide.

The company has earmarked $380 million for network expansion this year, with the northern rollout comprising 38 sites in the Northern Region, 17 in Savannah, 14 in Upper East, 11 in North East and one in Upper West. Nationwide, MTN plans to deploy 500 new sites.

Senior Manager for Base Station Subsystems, Emmanuel Kwei Afutu, said the expansion will improve connectivity for farmers, students, businesses and communities, while supporting digital payments, online learning and security communications.

The investment comes amid rising demand for digital services, with MTN Ghana reporting a 44.4% year-on-year increase in mobile money transaction value in the first half of 2026. The company also recorded a 32.3% rise in revenue to GH¢15 billion and a 46.8% increase in profit after tax to GH¢5.1 billion during the period.

Beyond network infrastructure, MTN is investing in digital skills, education and community development through initiatives including the MTN Skills Academy and Bright Scholarship. Afutu said affordability and digital literacy remain challenges and called for continued collaboration with government, regulators and communities.

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Huawei has strengthened its enterprise technology presence in Namibia after Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) registered as a Huawei Enterprise Partner, enhancing its capacity to deliver advanced digital and enterprise solutions.

The expanded partnership is expected to support MTC in providing organisations with solutions across connectivity, digital infrastructure and modern technology adoption. Key sectors targeted include government, mining, oil and gas, financial services and the wider corporate market.

Huawei’s partnership with MTC comes as Namibia accelerates its digital transformation, with businesses and public institutions increasingly adopting technology to improve operations and services. The collaboration is expected to strengthen MTC’s enterprise offering while supporting the country’s growing digital economy.

Source: www. allafrica.com

Telecel Ghana has rewarded its first three weekly winners of the Telecel M’ahitti Promo, with each taking home GH¢20,000.

The winners are Hannah Dampson from Kumasi, Bismark Oppong from Sefwi Anwhiaso in the Western North Region, and Angela Ayeley Nador from Teshie Nungua in Greater Accra. The cash prizes are expected to support personal and business goals, including completing a house, funding further education and expanding a printing business.

The four-month promotion will reward 12,000 daily winners with GH¢100 each, up to 48 weekly winners with GH¢20,000 each, and three grand-prize winners with GH¢1 million each. Participation is free and open to Telecel customers through *500#, SMS or the Telecel Play App.

Telecel Ghana has also cautioned customers against fraud, stressing that genuine winners will not be asked to make payments or disclose their PINs to receive prizes.

Source : www.citinewsroom.com