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Komla Buami

Also known as: Mr. Buami · Mr Buami

Komla Buami — Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, overseeing network expansion strategy and company participation in leadership forums.

2026-06-052026-10-07

In coverage

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … External Affairs Director of Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, said the telecommunications multinational recognises that the digital future depends on preparing young people with the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world. …

    Beyond connectivity, Telecel Group is investing in young learners’ digital and soft skills
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    … Telecel’s Eco-SIM shows that technology and sustainability can work hand in hand for the greater good,” Komla Buami, Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana said. …

    Telecel launches Eco-SIM to advance environmental sustainability
  4. Joy Online

    … ow they stay connected. “Connectivity powers modern life and it’s important we demonstrate that we can connect people while reducing our environmental impact. “Telecel’s Eco-SIM shows that technology and sustainability can work hand in hand for the greater good,” said Komla Buami …

    Telecel Ghana launches eco-SIM to advance environmental sustainability
  5. July 2026
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … On the role of artificial intelligence, the Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Mr Komla Buami, reassured students that technology would not replace professional communicators but rather reshape the industry. …

    GMA, UniMAC host PR dialogue to bridge classroom, industry
  7. Joy Online

    … Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, urged students, teachers and the wider school community to embrace the opportunities the facility offers. …

    Telecel Ghana employees bridge ICT education gap in Asikuma
  8. June 2026
  9. Joy Online

    … Speaking to the media after the event, Komla Buami, Director External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, highlighted the company’s commitment to playing a role in the development of the Ashanti Region. …

    Telecel expands promotion of sports, culture as Otumfuo tees off 69th Open Golf Championship in Kumasi
  10. Business & Financial Times

    … Speaking at the launch, Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami said the initiative reflects the telecom operator’s commitment to building Ghana’s digital talent pipeline and ensuring young people are prepared for a rapidly changing world. …

    Telecel Ashanti Codes to train 1,000 regional students in digital skills
  11. Joy Online

    … Speaking at the launch, Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, said the initiative reflects the telecom operator’s commitment to building Ghana’s digital talent pipeline and ensuring young people are prepared for a rapidly changing world. …

    Telecel Ashanti Codes to train 1,000 regional students in digital skills
  12. Joy Online

    … Speaking at the event, External Affairs Director at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, underscored the importance of equipping the younger generation with digital skills to prepare them for the future. …

    Telecel launches Ashanti Codes to equip youth with digital and AI skills
  13. Business & Financial Times

    … The company’s Director of External Affairs Manager, Komla Buami, disclosed this during a press soirée in Kumasi. …

    Telecel invests US$5m in 1m coders programme
Business

Telecel urges gender inclusion embedded in business systems

The News

Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director called for gender inclusion to be made a core business priority rather than one-off initiatives, arguing that women's advancement should be embedded in organisational systems and processes. Speaking at the 10th anniversary Executive Women's Network conference in Accra, he highlighted Telecel's initiatives including female representation targets and the Female Engineering Student Scholarship Programme.

8 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

Today

  1. Telecel urges gender inclusion embedded in business systems

    Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director called for gender inclusion to be made a core business priority rather than one-off initiatives, arguing that women's advancement should be embedded in organisational systems and processes. Speaking at the 10th anniversary Executive Women's Network conference in Accra, he highlighted Telecel's initiatives including female representation targets and the Female Engineering Student Scholarship Programme.

    8 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

Yesterday

  1. Telecel Ghana participates in women's leadership forum

    Telecel Ghana's External Affairs Director participated in a panel discussion at the 10th anniversary conference of the Executive Women's Network (EWN), a Ghanaian non-governmental organisation focused on advancing women in senior management and executive positions across Africa.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

  1. NCA awards Telecel three 5G spectrum lots in 2.3 GHz band

    The National Communications Authority has awarded three spectrum lots in the 2.3 GHz band to Telecel Ghana following a competitive licensing process, supporting the company's planned rollout of 5G services and expansion of network capacity.

    18 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Executive Women Network marks decade with leadership conference

    The Executive Women Network, founded in 2016, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a two-day conference and expo in Accra on October 1–2, 2026, bringing together women leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers from Ghana and across Africa to discuss leadership, self and family, career and legacy.

    18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 17 September

  1. NCA awards three 2.3 GHz spectrum lots to Telecel Ghana

    The National Communications Authority has awarded three spectrum lots in the 2.3 GHz band to Telecel Ghana to support 5G rollout and expand mobile broadband capacity. Telecel secured all three lots it applied for in the competitive licensing process.

    17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Telecel Ghana undertakes major network expansion programme

    Telecel Ghana is conducting a nationwide network upgrade and expansion to improve internet speeds, reduce congestion and enhance service quality, with significantly increased investment this year in response to growing subscriber demand.

    9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Executive Women Network marks 10-year milestone with conference

    The Executive Women Network will mark its 10th anniversary with the EWN@10 Conference & Expo on October 1–2, 2026, in Accra. The two-day event will bring together women leaders, executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss leadership and impact in self, family, career and legacy.

    8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 7 September

  1. Executive Women Network marks decade with leadership conference

    The Executive Women Network, founded in 2016 to support women in senior management and executive roles, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the EWN@10 Conference & Expo on October 1–2 in Accra, bringing together women leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from Ghana and Africa to discuss leadership and impact.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Telecel Ghana increases capital investment in network expansion

    Telecel Ghana is stepping up investment in network infrastructure to meet growing subscriber numbers and rising demand for mobile connectivity. The company's Director of External Affairs said the increased capital commitment this year, compared with previous years, forms part of the company's strategy to expand its network, improve service quality, and address congestion in high-demand areas.

    7 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 14 August

  1. Telecel Ghana launches 90 percent less plastic biodegradable SIM

    Telecel Ghana has introduced a biodegradable Eco-SIM made with 90 percent less plastic, delivering the same voice, data and digital experience while reducing environmental footprint. The launch aligns with global sustainability efforts, as approximately 3.7 billion physical SIM cards were manufactured globally in 2024.

    14 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Telecel Group funds digital skills program for 5,000 young learners

    The Skills for School Programme, delivered by King's Trust International in partnership with Junior Achievement Ghana, has supported more than 5,000 young people since its launch in 2020, working with 11 to 17-year-olds across 31 schools in the Greater Accra Region to develop digital literacy, communication, and self-management skills. Through Telecel Group's partnership, the programme has expanded to include a significant digital learning component.

    12 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

  1. Telecel Ghana launches biodegradable Eco-SIM cards

    Telecel Ghana has introduced the Eco-SIM, a biodegradable SIM card made with 90 per cent less plastic, to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the same connectivity services. The move addresses the scale of global SIM production—3.7 billion physical SIMs were manufactured in 2024—and Ghana's 43 million active mobile SIM users.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Telecel Ghana launches biodegradable eco-SIM cards

    Telecel Ghana has launched biodegradable Eco-SIM cards made with 90 per cent less plastic, offering customers a more environmentally sustainable connectivity option while reducing single-use plastic waste and landfill contribution.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

  1. GMA and UniMAC host dialogue on public relations practice

    Global Media Alliance and the University of Media, Arts and Communication held a World Public Relations Day Festival event in Accra bringing together industry practitioners, executives, policymakers and students to explore strategic communication skills. The Minister for Sports and Recreation and the CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority highlighted the importance of listening, integrity, and trust-building in communication.

    23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Telecel Ghana staff donate ICT lab to Asikuma school

    Telecel Ghana Foundation, through its Employee Volunteerism Programme, has handed over a refurbished 20-unit ICT laboratory to Asikuma Presby Primary and adjoining schools in the Asuogyaman District. Employees raised additional funds through internal crowdfunding to equip the facility with computers, furniture and internet connectivity.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. Telecel sponsors 69th Asantehene Open Golf Championship in Kumasi

    The Asantehene teed off the Telecel 69th Asantehene Open Golf Championship on June 26 at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi, bringing together over 150 professional and amateur golfers from Ghana and Africa. Telecel has been the event's headline sponsor since 2017 as part of its Ashanti Month celebrations focused on promoting sports and culture in the region.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Telecel Ghana Foundation launches digital skills training for Ashanti youth

    The Telecel Ghana Foundation has launched Ashanti Codes, a digital skills initiative to train 1,000 young people across the Ashanti Region in coding, robotics and Internet of Things technologies by the end of the year. The programme targets upper primary and junior high school students in Kumasi, Wiamoase, Nsuta and Obuasi, with structured weekend training delivered at five learning centres.

    17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 15 June

  1. Telecel Ghana trains 1,000 students in coding and robotics

    The Telecel Ghana Foundation has launched Telecel Ashanti Codes, a digital skills initiative targeting upper primary and junior high school students across Kumasi, Wiamoase, Nsuta and Obuasi, with structured weekend training in coding, robotics and Internet of Things technologies to be delivered at five learning centres by year-end.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Telecel launches 12-week coding program for Ashanti youth

    Telecel Ghana has launched Ashanti Codes, a 12-week initiative in Kumasi and Obuasi to teach digital and AI skills to young people, with 70 percent of participants being girls. The programme expects 1,000 beneficiaries and includes teacher training and curriculum-aligned kits through the Telecel Foundation.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. Telecel invests US$5m to train 100,000 coders in Ghana

    Telecommunications giant Telecel Ghana has committed US$5million to support the government's One Million Coders initiative, undertaking to train 100,000 beneficiaries through its digital learning platform 'Start to Go' as part of efforts to accelerate digital skills development.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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