Govt, 7 others partner on 5G shared network

The Government of Ghana has partnered with seven industry players to launch a shared 5G infrastructure, enhancing affordable broadband services.

The partners include Ascend Digital, K-NET, Radisys, Nokia, Tech Mahindra, and telcos AT Ghana and Telecel Ghana.

They have established the Next-Gen Infrastructure Company (NGIC), awarded a 5G license, to launch services within six months and later expand across Africa.

The initiative aims to reduce the digital divide and promote financial inclusion through enhanced digital services.

Notably, MTN Ghana, the leading telco, is excluded from this plan due to regulatory efforts to balance market competition.