Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Ghana’s NCA has introduced stricter quality of service rules for mobile operators, including tighter dropped call limits, minimum data speed requirements, and mandatory coverage standards. The updated regulations aim to improve service reliability and align performance benchmarks with modern usage and digital transformation goals.
Ghana has adopted a national Dig Once policy, integrating fibre ducts into all new road projects to cut costs, reduce fibre damage, and accelerate broadband and 5G rollout, positioning the country as a digital infrastructure leader in Africa.
Ghanaian telecom operators have increased data allocations by 10%-15% at no extra cost following government directives aimed at boosting digital inclusion and affordability. The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Communications, received positive feedback from consumers and advocacy groups.
Ghana and the UAE’s Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation have signed a $1 billion agreement to build a large-scale innovation hub near Accra. The project, launching in 2026, aims to position Ghana as a continental leader in AI and digital technology, leveraging local talent trained under Ghana’s “One Million Coders” program. The UAE’s PCFC will bring funding, technology, and global partnerships to the initiative, marking their first hub in Africa. This strategic move is expected to create thousands of jobs and accelerate Africa’s digital transformation.