Residents of several underserved communities in the Jaman South Municipality of the Bono Region are urging the government to enhance telecommunication services, citing poor network coverage as a barrier to socio-economic growth and digital inclusion.
Communities including Kwampim, Zezera, Adiokor No. 1, Adiokor No. 2, and Kofitiakrom reported that unstable networks limit access to education, healthcare, business opportunities, and emergency services, effectively cutting them off from the digital world. Residents emphasized that reliable mobile connectivity is crucial for local development and attracting investment.
Mr. Augustine Boateng, an opinion leader in Zezera, described the current situation as “unfortunate,” while farmer Madam Adwoa Fokuo noted that network access would spur job creation and economic activity.
Jaman South Municipal Chief Executive, Madam Siata Watara, acknowledged the connectivity challenges, particularly during rainfall, and highlighted efforts under the Rural Telephony Project of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) to extend ICT, internet, and telephony access to underserved areas. She confirmed that the Municipal Assembly is collaborating with GIFEC to improve network stability and that three additional communities are slated to benefit from the initiative.
Madam Watara stressed that enhanced telecommunication services in rural communities would not only improve quality of life but also attract investment, generate employment, and contribute to poverty reduction, supporting the municipality’s broader development goals.
