The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced an amendment to the license of Next-Gen Infraco (NGIC), a move aimed at reshaping Ghana’s digital ecosystem.
In a press release dated March 4, 2026, the NCA stated that it is removing the “exclusivity clause” that previously granted NGIC sole rights to provide 5G infrastructure across the country. The Authority said the change is intended to open the market in the public interest and accelerate digital development.
According to the NCA, ending the monopoly will:
- Promote Competition: Encourage more companies to offer 5G services, driving innovation.
- Improve Service Quality: Multiple providers will enhance service delivery and offer more consumer choices.
- Accelerate Expansion: Enable faster nationwide rollout of high-speed digital services.
The license amendment is set to take effect in 90 days, allowing NGIC time to respond to the notice as part of standard procedure.
Despite the adjustment, NGIC has already deployed 49 5G sites across the country, though most are concentrated in the Greater Accra Region:
- Greater Accra: 43 sites
- Ashanti Region: 2 sites
- Western, Northern, Bono, and Central Regions: 1 site each
The NCA also noted that NGIC is currently in default on its license fee installments and confirmed that it is addressing the issue in accordance with the legal terms of the license.
This regulatory change is expected to foster a more competitive 5G market in Ghana, potentially enhancing access, quality, and affordability of high-speed digital services nationwide.
Read the NCA’s full statement below:
