Ghana launches 5G Internet service
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo Friday launched Ghana’s highspeed 5G service, describing the event as a “defining moment in our journey towards a digitally inclusive and transformed Ghana.”
He stated Ghana’s digital journey culminating within the roll-out of high-speed 5G providers signified the nation’s dedication to make sure broad-based web connectivity for financial productiveness and development.
“A more reliable internet will empower domestic businesses, and expand economic opportunities across the country,” he famous whereas launching the service at a ceremony in Accra.
The President said that the brand new expertise represented extra than simply quicker web; it signified a major development in connectivity that aligned with Ghana’s imaginative and prescient of changing into a digital economic system hub.
He emphasised that “5G technology will drive our agenda forward, integrating the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics into everyday life across Ghana.”
The President was optimistic that the innovation would positively affect vital sectors of the economic system, together with healthcare, schooling, and agriculture, in addition to increase financial productiveness, connectivity.
The 5G providers roll-out is being spearheaded by the Next Gen Infraco (NGIC), Ghana’s premier 5G wholesale infrastructure supplier, in collaboration with international expertise leaders Nokia, Radisys, and Tech Mahindra.
As the spine of Ghana’s 5G infrastructure, NGIC’s mission is to empower telecommunications suppliers with the community capabilities wanted to ship high-speed, dependable 5G providers throughout the nation.
President Akufo-Addo welcomed the daring initiative, saying the brand new expertise supported Ghana’s Digital Agenda 2030.
It additionally aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, marking a transformative step within the nation’s journey in direction of changing into a digitally superior society, he added.
With the launch theme, “5G: Accelerating Ghana’s Digital Transformation”, NGIC goals to put the inspiration for unparalleled connectivity, driving innovation and inclusive financial development.
By offering the infrastructure to help widespread 5G adoption, NGIC is anticipating unlocking new alternatives in healthcare, schooling, commerce, and past, paving the best way for a digitally empowered nation.
President Akufo-Addo stated sturdy cybersecurity and information privateness protocols would accompany the roll-out to construct a trusted digital surroundings.
He famous that rural connectivity remained a precedence, and that plans have been in place to increase protection to underserved areas by 2026.
Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Minister of Communications and Digitilisation, stated the 5G connectivity was focusing on Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi in its preliminary roll-out.
She was optimistic the brand new expertise would increase Ghana’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), offering them with the instruments to achieve new markets and scale up operations.
Source: GNA
