Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has doubled down on the government’s commitment to fast-tracking the country’s digital transformation following a strategic meeting with Nokia executives in Accra.
The high-level engagement, which built on earlier discussions at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, centered on expanding collaboration in critical areas including digital infrastructure, 5G readiness, and innovation-driven development.
A Trusted Technology Partner
Minister George praised Nokia’s long-standing presence in Ghana, calling the company a trusted partner that supports all major network operators in the country. He emphasized that the Ministry serves as the central driver of digital transformation across multiple government sectors—from healthcare and land administration to public service delivery.
“The government is determined to ensure timely progress in 5G implementation and the enhancement of broadband reliability to foster innovation, enable remote work, and promote nationwide digital inclusion,” the Minister stated during the meeting.
What’s on the Table
Discussions explored collaboration opportunities in several emerging technology areas:
- 5G deployment across Ghana
- Fibre-to-the-home connectivity expansion
- Data centre development
- Digital public safety systems
These initiatives aim to improve internet reliability, support remote work, and drive digital inclusion, particularly in underserved rural areas.
Nokia’s Commitment to Ghana
Leading the Nokia delegation, Country Manager for Ghana and Nigeria Marco Rebecchi highlighted the company’s deep roots in Ghana, dating back to 1998. He pointed to Nokia’s involvement in major national projects, including the Eastern Corridor Fibre Network and what the company describes as the largest LTE rollout in Africa.
Rebecchi also emphasized Nokia’s focus on local capacity building, showcasing the company’s newly completed Innovation Centre in Ghana. The facility will train local engineers and support the Ministry’s ambitious One Million Coders initiative, which aims to equip Ghanaians with critical digital skills.
Looking Ahead
Both parties expressed commitment to deepening their partnership over the next 12 months, with particular emphasis on innovation, rural connectivity, and sustainable digital infrastructure development.
Nokia extended an invitation to Minister George to visit its Centre of Excellence in Finland to explore future technology partnerships and facilitate knowledge exchange—a gesture signaling the company’s long-term investment in Ghana’s digital future.
The meeting, attended by senior officials from both organizations, underscores Ghana’s proactive strategy to build a digitally empowered economy and Nokia’s continued role as a key technology partner supporting the nation’s connectivity ambitions.
For a country positioning itself as West Africa’s digital hub, partnerships like this could prove crucial in turning ambitious 5G and broadband goals into reality.
