National Communications Authority Archives

22 May

Repair Work On All Undersea Cable Cut Repaired- NCA Announces

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The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced the successful completion of repair work to all damaged submarine cable, which led to an internet blackout in Ghana in March. The damage, which occurred on 14 March, affected internet, data and Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services of telecommunication firms in Ghana. Contained in a statement release by NCA, the authority noted that all four (4) subsea cables affected by the disruption. “The National Communications Authority (NCA) wishes t0 inform the general public on the successful completion of repair works on all four(4) subsea cables by the March 14 disruption, affecting mobile…

24 Aug

NCA Launches West Africa’s First Digital Audio Broadcasting

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The National Communications Authority (NCA) has officially launched the trial phase of digital audio broadcasting (DAB) in the country. The milestone makes the country the first in West Africa and the fourth on the entire African continent to embrace this cutting-edge radio technology. DAB represents a state-of-the-art radio broadcasting system that revolutionises how audio content is transmitted through the airwaves. Distinguishing itself from traditional FM radio, DAB relies on digital signals rather than analogue ones. This shift results in remarkable enhancements in reception quality and a significant reduction in signal interference. Furthermore, DAB operates on a distinct frequency band compared…

19 Jul

NCA Introduces Technology Neutrality In Ghana

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The National Communications Authority (NCA) has taken a significant step towards correcting the market imbalances and boosting consumer choice in the telecommunications sector with the introduction of technology neutrality for non-SMP operators. This initiative will grant Vodafone and AT the authorisation to re-farm their spectrum assignment in the 900MHz, 1800MHz, and 2100MHz bands to provide 4G services, subject to paying an annual premium. Technology neutrality is one of the remedial actions to address Significant Market Power (SMP) concerns. The benefits of Technology Neutrality include: The opportunity for operators who do not currently have 4G services to deploy it within their…

21 Jun

SMP Designation Not Intended To Stifle MTN’s Operations – NCA

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The National Communications Authority (NCA) has addressed concerns regarding its recent declaration of MTN as a Significant Market Power (SMP) in Ghana's telecommunications industry. In a press release dated June 2023, the NCA emphasized that the classification of MTN as an SMP was not a hasty decision but one based on extensive research, analysis, and consultations. “Declaration of SMP and what it means, the NCA notes with concern some issues on its declaration of MTN as a Significant Market Power (SMP) in Ghana's telecommunication industry. The classification of MTN as an SMP is not a decision taken lightly or without…