Also known as: MTN Group Ltd.
Telecommunications operator and fintech company providing mobile money, broadband, and digital services in Ghana; recently separated Mobile Money into a standalone unit and pledged $1bn for broadband expansion.
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Joy Online
… At the date of this RFA, MTN Ghana is the only operator designated as holding Significant Market Power. …
NCA invites applications for 5G licenseJoy Online
… At the date of this RFA, MTN Ghana is the only operator designated as holding Significant Market Power. …
NCA invites applications for 5G licenseJoy Online
… Michael Gbewonyo, the Chief Internal Audit and Forensic Officer, MTN Ghana, says the company recognises the unique contribution of stakeholders to the success of the company. …
MTN Ghana recognises the unique contribution of Ghanaians in the company’s successJoy Online
… Speaking at the launch held at the Ho Market forecourt, Senior Manager for Regional Sales at MTN Ghana, Peter Bimpeh, said transport operators who contribute to Ghana’s daily economic activities deserve reliable payment systems. …
Pragya riders deserve secure and reliable payment solutions – Peter BimpehJoy Online
MTN Ghana has committed GHS2.5 million in relief support to assist individuals and families affected by the recent flooding in parts of Accra. …
MTN Ghana commits GHS2.5 million relief package to flood victimsJoy Online
The country’s two leading mobile network operators, MTN Ghana and Telecel Ghana, are preparing to compete for 5G spectrum licences following the government’s decision to end the exclusive rights previously granted to a state-backed wholesale infrastructure provider. …
New era for Ghana’s 5G as MTN, Telecel prepare to compete for licencesJoy Online
MTN Group Ltd. and Telecel Group are preparing to bid for 5G licenses in Ghana after the government ends the exclusive rights of a state-backed wholesale provider that partnered with Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s firm. …
MTN, Telecel ready bids for Ghana 5G after Ambani deal endsDaily Guide
… The Senior Manager for South-West Business District of MTN Ghana, Prince Owusu-Nyarko, noted that the company was marking 30 years of connecting people, driving innovation, and growing alongside Ghanaians. …
Thousands Attend Takoradi’s ‘MTN Stands In Worship’Joy Online
Five small-scale businesses are set for major growth after MTN Ghana awarded them GH¢30,000 each in startup capital during this year’s SME Business Pitch Challenge. …
MTN Ghana Awards GH¢30,000 to SME Pitch Winners.Daily Guide
MTN officials donating the beds to the health facilities MTN Ghana has donated a total of 3,888 hospital beds and medical accessories to seven public health facilities across the country as part of its 2026 “21 Days of Y’ello Care” campaign. …
MTN Donates 3,888 Hospital Beds NationwideMTN Ghana has donated GH¢30,000 in cash and assorted items to the Ga Traditional Council to support this year's Homowo Festival celebrations. The donation was presented by the Chief Customer Experience Officer and marks MTN's 30 years of operations in Ghana.
6 hours ago · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana has donated GH¢30,000 in cash and assorted items to the Ga Traditional Council to support this year's Homowo Festival celebrations. The donation was presented by the Chief Customer Experience Officer and marks MTN's 30 years of operations in Ghana.
6 hours ago · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana announced a US$1.1 billion investment over the next three years to expand network infrastructure, digital services and financial technology, with US$380 million earmarked for 2026. The investment will include construction of about 800 new cell sites across the country and deployment of 5G technology, aimed at improving network coverage and deepening financial inclusion.
10 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
IC Asset Managers (Ghana) Ltd has launched IC Wealth on the MTN MoMo app, making its regulated investment products accessible to mobile money customers without requiring a bank account or physical branch visits. The partnership makes the IC Liquidity Fund available within the MoMo app, allowing customers to invest, monitor holdings, and redeem funds entirely on their phones.
29 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana has formally separated its Mobile Money operations from its core telecommunications business, creating Mobile Money Fintech Ltd. as a standalone unit effective March 31, 2026, to focus on digital financial services and comply with the Bank of Ghana's Payment Systems and Services Act. The restructuring allows the unit to raise capital, expand services, and attract external investors, while existing customer services and accounts remain unchanged.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George called on technology companies, telecommunications operators, financial institutions and other private sector organisations to support the One Million Coders Programme through internships, mentorship, scholarships, equipment and employment opportunities. George said the government's ambition of training one million Ghanaians in digital skills requires sustained collaboration among government, academia and industry.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana is developing 'MTN One TV', a pan-African streaming service launching in the fourth quarter, to support local content creators by offering monetisation, scaling, and distribution across the company's 300 million users. The platform will feature local African series and movies, live TV channels, and international programming tailored to African market realities.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
MTN Ghana commemorated its 30th anniversary by reaffirming its commitment to supporting Ghana's digital and socio-economic development through investments in connectivity and innovation. During a regional forum with stakeholders from the Western and Central Regions, the company reflected on how telecommunications have transformed opportunities for businesses, students, families and communities over the past three decades.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Fraud cases involving fintech companies and payment service providers are increasing, with about 97% of reported fraud linked to fintechs or PSPs according to Hubtel's head of Internal Affairs. Fraudsters exploit payment service providers' position in the payment chain to quickly access and move funds compared to direct bank or mobile money wallet attacks.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A panel of Ghanaian filmmakers, producers, and directors has been assembled to judge the 2026 Blackstar International Film Festival. The jury includes Ivan Quashigah (chairman), William Kojo Agbeti, Anny Araba Sedufia, and others, bringing decades of experience across African cinema.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana is urging households to adopt fibre broadband as demand for reliable home internet grows, driven by increased reliance on digital services for work, education, business and entertainment. The company argues that fibre offers dedicated connectivity supporting multiple users and devices simultaneously, with speeds of up to 500 megabits per second, making it better suited for remote work, online learning, and streaming than mobile data.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana announced a $1 billion investment to expand network capacity and home broadband infrastructure, positioning the home as central to its Ambition 2030 strategy and supporting digital transformation in areas including remote work, online education, and healthcare.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Lacina Koné, Director General of the African Union–endorsed Smart Africa alliance, will speak at the Pan African AI Summit on 22–23 September 2026 in Accra, positioned as a gathering for continental AI policy and adoption.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana Foundation has commissioned an ICT and Robotics Centre at New Asafo M/A Basic School in the Asokwa Municipality, Ashanti Region, valued at GH¢946,189.71. The facility, equipped with 35 computer workstations and robotics equipment, is designed to advance STEM education and digital literacy among pupils.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The MTN Ghana Foundation has commissioned an ICT and Robotics Centre valued at GH¢946,189.71 at New Asafo M/A Basic School in Asokwa Municipality, Ashanti Region, equipped with 35 computer workstations and robotics training equipment to advance STEM education and digital literacy among pupils.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Communications Authority has invited applications for 5G network spectrum licenses from Mobile Network Operators, MVNOs, BWA providers, ISPs, and 100% Ghanaian-owned new entrants, with a deadline of August 5, 2026. Applicants must submit certificates of incorporation, data protection registration, tax clearance, and SSNIT documentation.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Communications Authority has invited applications from MNOs, MVNOs, BWA providers, ISPs, and Ghanaian-owned new entrants to operate 5G networks. The deadline for applications is August 5, 2026, and applicants must submit certificates from the Registrar of Companies, Data Protection Commission, a Tax Clearance Certificate, and SSNIT registration where applicable.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana's Chief Internal Audit and Forensic Officer says the company recognises stakeholders' contribution to its success as it marks 30 years in operation. He noted that what was once challenging, such as phone calls between Takoradi and Cape Coast, is now effortless, and that MTN's progress reflects Ghana's digital transformation story.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana's Mobile Money Fintech Ltd has introduced Ride with MoMo, a digital payment solution for Pragya riders in Ho, designed to simplify fare collection, reduce cash transactions, and help transport operators manage earnings securely.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Pan African AI Summit 2026, scheduled for 22–23 September at Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, will feature Lacina Koné, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of Smart Africa, as a speaker. Smart Africa is an African Union–endorsed alliance of 40 member states focused on digital transformation and AI coordination across the continent.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana has committed GHS2.5 million in relief support for individuals and families affected by recent flooding in Accra. The package, to be distributed through NADMO in partnership with the Multimedia Group, includes mattresses, blankets, food, detergents, toiletries, and emergency equipment.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has ended exclusive 5G infrastructure rights previously granted to Next Gen Infraco, paving the way for MTN Ghana and Telecel Ghana to compete for 5G spectrum licences in an auction expected to begin within weeks.
11 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Group and Telecel Group are preparing to bid for 5G licenses in Ghana after the government revoked the exclusive rights of state-backed Next Gen Infraco, which had partnered with Reliance Industries. The carriers plan to bid in an auction expected within weeks.
11 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Founder and Executive Chair of e-Crime Bureau says social engineering remains Ghana's weakest link in fighting digital fraud, with fraudsters increasingly exploiting human trust, fear and ignorance through phishing, cloned accounts, fake officials and impersonation of trusted brands.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana says existing punishments for digital financial fraud may not adequately deter fraudsters, who weigh the risk of detection before targeting victims through mobile money and banking apps.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Stands in Worship, an annual gospel event initiated in 2013, took place at Palms by Eagles Hotel in Takoradi with thousands of residents attending performances by gospel musicians including Nigerian star Mercy Chinwo and Ghanaian favourite Joe Mettle.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Cyber Security Authority has received numerous reports of mobile money fraud and is engaging with telecom companies and other stakeholders to identify gaps and develop prevention measures. CSA has held discussions with MTN and other operators about improving the mobile money ecosystem and adding layers of protection against fraudsters.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ebenezer Ghartey, a National Service Personnel at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, has been charged with stealing GH¢308,300 through unauthorised Mobile Money transfers from a DVLA administrative officer's MTN merchant account. He pleaded not guilty and was admitted to bail of GH¢100,000 with the case adjourned to August 4, 2026.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana says financial institutions can invest in secure applications and cybersecurity systems, but fraudsters often bypass those protections by tricking customers into surrendering their passwords, PINs, and OTPs through social engineering tactics.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana awarded GH¢30,000 each to five small-scale businesses that won the SME Business Pitch Challenge held as part of World MSME Day activities in Accra. The five winners—Tahir Field Recycling, Edible Treats, Dyluri Beauty, Manehlla Foods, and Tropical Snacks—will enrol in a 13-week Mini MBA programme and receive access to MTN's digital business solutions and mentorship, while five other finalists received GH¢2,000 and digital startup kits.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana has donated 3,888 hospital beds and medical accessories to seven public health facilities nationwide as part of its 2026 "21 Days of Y'ello Care" campaign and 30th anniversary celebrations. The donation includes refurbished beds, ward screens, drip stands, and other equipment, and was accompanied by handwashing station installations, health outreaches, and medical bill assistance.
30 June 2026 · Daily Guide →