Telecel adds 300 new 4G sites to Vodafone network in record time

Telecel Group, the majority shareholder of Vodafone Ghana says it has successfully added 300 new 4G sites to the Vodafone Ghana network, signalling a significant expansion in record time.

A statement from Telecel said most of new 4G sites have been activated across various
regions in the country, indicating Telecel’s unwavering commitment to providing enhanced connectivity and outstanding services to Ghanaians.

It would be recalled that in acquiring 70% majority shares in Vodafone Ghana for an undisclosed amount, Telecel assured Ghanaians that it has some $500 million ready to invest in Ghana over a three-year period.

CEO of Telecel Group, Moh Damush confirmed Telecel’s commitment to Ghana, saying they plan to double the number of towers in Ghana within two years in a bid to compete with market leader, MTN. At the time of his statement, Vodafone Ghana had about 2,000 towers, compared to MTN’s 5,000.

Damush said Telecel also plans to provide rural areas with connectivity via satellites, adding that they intend to take full advantage of the new regulations in Ghana that allows Telecel to offer roaming on the MTN network while its network expansion is being carried out.

The 300 new 4G sites come to support the new 4G+ service that Vodafone recently deployed across the country.

Group COO, Malek Atrissi said “we are very thrilled to introduce 4G+ to our customers, offering them even faster speeds.”

The Telecel Group expressed their appreciation to the Ministry of Communications and the National Communications Authority (NCA) for their invaluable support to the industry, saying that “Their dedication and assistance were essential in making such advancements possible, furthering our collective vision of a digitally connected Ghana.”

The statement said Telecel is fully committed not only to maintaining but also to substantially improving the quality of the Vodafone Ghana network, adding that
This accomplishment is not a one-off event but rather a pivotal part of Telecel’s broader
strategic plan for sustained expansion across the nation.

“We have exceeded expectations in the rapid development of these sites, and this is only the beginning of our journey. Our commitment remains unwavering as we continue to pinpoint opportunities for network expansion, ensuring that we extend world-class mobile connectivity to an ever-growing number of Ghanaians,” it said.

Vodafone Ghana CEO, Patricia Obo-Nai said “We have set a new standard for rapid network development in Ghana. But this is just the beginning. Our combined vision is to continuously seek and seize opportunities that enrich the digital experience for Ghanaians. The future holds even greater promise.”

It was in February 2023 that the Telecel-Vodafone deal was approved. It has been eight months and the company has already added 300 new 4G sites to the network. The promise is to double the cell sites from 2,000 to 4,000 in two years.

“This network enhancement marks the beginning of a long journey. Telecel Group has set the wheels in motion for a series of further expansions aimed at continually amplifying the network’s reach and efficiency,” it assured Ghanaians.

Source: Techfocus24