The government has set an ambitious timeline for Ghana’s digital transformation, tasking the National Communications Authority (NCA) to deliver 70 percent population coverage of fifth-generation (5G) mobile networks by the country’s 70th Independence anniversary in 2027.
Announcing the directive at the 30th anniversary launch of the Communications Authority of Ghana in Accra, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, disclosed that Cabinet has taken a firm policy decision to fast-track and democratise 5G deployment nationwide.
He revealed that the Ministry will, within days, formally instruct the NCA to begin preparations for a spectrum auction expected in the coming weeks. The auction is seen as a critical step toward expanding high-speed connectivity under both the existing wholesale infrastructure model and a newly introduced network-led operational framework.
“Our vision is to achieve 70% of 5G population density coverage by the 70th independence celebration of our nation next year,” the Minister stated, describing the target as ambitious but achievable.
With less than a year to meet the benchmark, the NCA is expected to coordinate licensing, spectrum allocation, and regulatory oversight to ensure rapid infrastructure rollout.
The move signals a strong policy push to deepen digital access, improve broadband speeds, and position Ghana competitively within the global digital economy ahead of its milestone independence celebration.
