Ursula Owusu Launches 5G Service in Accra to Boost Connectivity

Ghana has officially rolled out high-speed Fifth Generation Mobile Technology (5G) internet service, beginning with coverage in Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi.This initiative is part of the government's efforts to enhance connectivity throughout the country.

During the launch event at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Minister of Communications and Digitalisation Ursula Owusu-Ekuful officially inaugurated the service, signifying a significant step forward in the nation's digital progress.

“This is truly a revolutionary leap forward that promises to redefine connectivity, productivity, and overall quality of life,” remarked Ursula Owusu-Ekuful. Residents in Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi will begin experiencing the benefits almost immediately, once the network operators activate it.”

The Minister highlighted that the initial rollout represents the beginning of a phased strategy aimed at expanding coverage to more urban areas by the end of 2024, with plans to extend services to rural regions by 2026.

What Is 5G?

5G is the 5th generation mobile network. It is a new global wireless standard after 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. 5G enables a new kind of network that is designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together including machines, objects, and devices.

5G wireless technology is meant to deliver higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, ultra low latency, more reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and a more uniform user experience to more users. Higher performance and improved efficiency empower new user experiences and connects new industries.