Ghana and Helios Towers reinforce commitment to digital growth and infrastructure expansion
12 June 2025
The Ghanaian government and Helios Towers have reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening the country’s telecommunications sector and advancing its digital transformation goals.
This renewed partnership was highlighted during a recent courtesy visit by Helios Towers Group CEO, Tom Greenwood, along with his team, to Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP).
Find out more Ghana’s telecom sector commits $150 million investment
12 June 2025
In a significant move to improve service quality and address longstanding concerns over pricing in Ghana’s telecommunications industry, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, announced that the country’s three largest telecom operators — MTN Ghana, Telecel Ghana, and AirtelTigo — have collectively pledged to invest $150 million into network upgrades by the end of 2025.
The announcement was made during a press briefing at the Ministry’s headquarters in Accra, where the Minister also revealed plans to increase the value of mobile data bundles across all networks starting 1 July. The combined investment aims to enhance network infrastructure, improve customer experience, and foster greater transparency in billing.
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Tizeti in talks with NigComSat to expand solar-powered internet across Nigeria
11 June 2025
Nigerian startup Tizeti has announced that it is in early-stage discussions with Nigeria’s state-owned satellite operator NigComSat. If successful, this partnership could significantly accelerate Tizeti’s nationwide network expansion, bringing affordable connectivity to even the most remote communities.
Tizeti is rapidly scaling its operations in response to the surging demand for broadband connectivity driven by Nigeria’s digital transformation. In November 2023, the company secured an undisclosed loan to expand into 10 additional Nigerian states, bringing its total coverage to 15 states. It also signed a partnership with US-based tech giant Microsoft in May 2024 to connect approximately 5 million people across Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire. The company previously partnered with French satellite operator Eutelsat in November 2022.
Find out more Algeria Telecom and ANGEM to support micro-enterprises for network deployment
09 June 2025
Algeria Telecom plans to leverage micro-enterprises financed and supported by the National Microcredit Management Agency (ANGEM) to provide services such as trench digging, cable laying, and network maintenance. To facilitate this collaboration, a database of qualified and available companies will be shared between the two institutions, streamlining coordination and networking.
Algeria Telecom seeks to enhance the quality and coverage of its fibre network, especially in regions often underserved by larger providers. By relying on local stakeholders who are more familiar with the terrain, the company aims to reduce delivery times and costs. For ANGEM, this partnership offers an opportunity to boost employment and ensure the sustainability of micro-enterprises created through microcredit.
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