Ghana’s telecom landscape is entering a new chapter. Telecel Group and Huawei Technologies have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to embark on a network modernisation and digital-infrastructure campaign worth approximately US$70 million, set to begin in November 2025 across the country.
According to the agreement, the two companies will roll out the Telecel Ghana Rollout Project, a multi-phase initiative that aims to upgrade network performance, expand next-generation services and deliver faster, more reliable connectivity to both consumers and enterprise users in key regions of Ghana.
Telecel’s deal with Huawei arrives at a time when Ghana’s digital-economy ambitions demand stronger infrastructure. The group’s recent transformation, including the takeover of majority control of Vodafone Ghana and the rapid 4G rollout of 300 new sites, underscores its intention to disrupt and elevate connectivity across the market.
Telecel Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Malek Atrissi, described the MoU as “a significant step forward in our long-standing collaboration with Huawei” and emphasised that the new investment aligns with the company’s mission to deploy innovative digital infrastructure and services in Ghana.
Meanwhile, Patricia Obo‑Nai, CEO of Telecel Ghana, praised Huawei’s technology leadership and said the partnership marks an important milestone in the company’s journey to enhance capacity, reliability, and innovation in Ghana’s telecoms ecosystem.
What the rollout involves
Starting in November 2025, the project will implement phased upgrades across Ghana; a strategy designed to modernise existing assets, densify coverage, and introduce advanced services. Reports indicate that the MoU outlines cooperation in areas such as network architecture, deployment of new equipment, and optimisation of digital services for both mobile and enterprise segments.
Although exact deployment details are scarce, the magnitude of the deal reflects ambitions beyond mere coverage expansion: Telecel will leverage this initiative to support Ghana’s transition to higher-capability networks, setting the stage for converged services and digital innovation in line with the country’s broader growth agenda.
Strategic significance for Africa
The partnership signals more than a regional upgrade; it embodies a growing trend of African telecom firms working with global technology leaders to close infrastructure gaps. For Huawei, this agreement reinforces its role as a key player in enabling digital ecosystems. For Telecel, it provides both the muscle and strategic alignment to scale faster in Ghana and potentially across other African markets.
As the country gears for more advanced services and higher data-intensity applications, the modernisation effort supports the national ambition to build inclusive, future-ready connectivity.
The challenge ahead
While the deal kicks off with promise, execution will be critical. Telecommunications upgrades of this scale often face regulatory, logistical, and funding headwinds. Ghana’s regulatory environment and spectrum allocations will play pivotal roles – as will Telecel’s ability to convert upgraded infrastructure into user experience gains and revenue growth.
Why it matters
In a market where connectivity still lags behind potential, this MoU marks a tangible investment in Ghana’s digital backbone. For consumers and businesses alike, faster and tighter networks open doors to e-commerce, remote services, fintech, and innovation that extend beyond traditional mobile usage.
For Africa’s telecom sector, this deal sets a new benchmark: not just to connect, but to modernise with speed, strategic partnership,s and the ambition of enabling digital transformation.
