MTN Ghana is accelerating the expansion of its infrastructure and internet services in response to the rising demand for reliable connectivity in Ghanaian homes, CEO Stephen Blewett announced at the 2025 Stakeholders and Editors Forum in Tamale.
According to Blewett, households across the country are increasingly relying on internet connectivity for daily activities. In response, MTN has tailored its Fiber to the Home (FTTH) solutions to meet these growing needs, offering high-speed, low-latency internet and flexible data plans to suit different budgets.
“These fiber services provide more than just speed — they deliver stability and reduce pressure on our mobile networks,” said Blewett. “By rolling out fiber in major hubs, we’re not only improving fixed internet access but also freeing up mobile capacity, enhancing the overall user experience.”
The FTTH initiative, part of MTN’s broader digital agenda, aims to bridge the digital divide and empower individuals, businesses, and communities across Ghana.
Blewett revealed that MTN Ghana has invested over $1 billion in its network infrastructure over the past five years, with $240 million already committed for 2025. The company is considering increasing this to $300 million by year-end.
“The secret to running a successful network is simple — you must keep spending,” he emphasized. “The moment you stop investing is when the challenges begin.”
So far, MTN has deployed over 5,000 network sites nationwide, with 87.5% of all data traffic now running on advanced 4G technology, ensuring faster and more stable connections.
To future-proof its services, MTN is enhancing 4G capacity and investing heavily in its fiber backbone — the transmission network linking base stations to the core system. In 2025, the company is relocating approximately 130 kilometers of fiber infrastructure to improve resilience and performance.
However, Blewett noted one ongoing challenge: fiber cuts. “It’s an industry-wide issue, and one that continues to affect service reliability,” he said, urging greater awareness and cooperation in protecting digital infrastructure.
With its continued capital investment and focus on digital inclusion, MTN Ghana is positioning itself to power the country’s digital transformation and support long-term economic growth.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1 MHz|Mark Kwasi Ahumah Smith|Bolgatanga
