Ghana Targets over 70% 5G Coverage by March 2027

Ghana is targeting more than 70% 5G network coverage by March 2027, as the government steps up investment in telecommunications infrastructure to expand access to high-speed internet.

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, announced this at the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar.

Mr George said the expansion formed part of Ghana’s broader digital transformation agenda, which includes upgrading rural telecommunications infrastructure and opening up spectrum licensing to support the deployment of next-generation mobile networks.

He disclosed that work was ongoing to complete 2016 rural telephony sites, while existing second- and third-generation (2G and 3G) infrastructure in rural communities was being upgraded to 4 G- and 5G-ready facilities.

According to the Minister, the interventions are being implemented under President John Dramani Mahama’s New Economy Policy,

He noted that Ghana has also opened up 5G spectrum licensing as part of efforts to encourage network expansion and improve the availability of advanced mobile connectivity.

Mr George said the country’s digital ambitions should go beyond increasing network coverage, stressing that connectivity must deliver tangible benefits to individuals and communities.

He emphasised the need to make digital services affordable and accessible, while ensuring that expanded connectivity translates into meaningful usage and improved livelihoods.

Judith Twumwaa, ISD