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Telecel Ghana

Telecel Ghana — telecommunications company operating voice, data, and mobile money services, recently launched biodegradable Eco-SIM cards and scholarship programs.

2026-04-272026-08-23

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Mrs Patricia Obo-Nai, who was the guest of honour called on employers to invest in building the digital skills of their workforce to meet the changing demands of the labour market.

    Human resource development crucial to transforming mining into engine of industrialisation – Dr Ashigbey
  3. The Chronicle

    Telecel Ghana has launched its maiden Eco SIM, a biodegradable card made with 90 percent less plastic than conventional SIMs.

    Eco SIM and sustainability, making mobile technology greener
  4. Joy Online

    Telecel Ghana has launched its maiden Eco SIM, a biodegradable card made with 90 percent less plastic than conventional SIMs.

    Eco SIM and sustainability, making mobile technology greener
  5. Daily Guide

    Telecel Ghana has launched a biodegradable Eco-SIM to reinforce its commitment to environmental sustainability and offer customers a greener way to stay connected.

    Telecel Launches Biodegradable Eco-SIM
  6. Joy Online

    Telecel Ghana has partnered with the Mobile Money Advocacy Group Ghana (MoMAG) to train mobile money agents as part of efforts to improve their capabilities, professionalism and compliance with regulations.

    Telecel, MoMAG train agents to improve professionalism, compliance and customer service
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    Telecel Ghana has launched the biodegradable Eco-SIM, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and giving customers a greener way to stay connected.

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

    Telecel Ghana has launched the biodegradable Eco-SIM, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and giving customers a greener way to stay connected.

    Telecel Ghana launches eco-SIM to advance environmental sustainability
  9. Joy Online

    Telecel Ghana has argued that the country’s digital future depends on building the infrastructure, partnerships and ethical standards needed to use data and artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly.

    Telecel champions ethical AI and data partnerships for Ghana’s digital future
  10. Joy Online

    Telecel Ghana has strengthened its network infrastructure at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in the Volta Region with the commissioning of a dedicated 4G cell site, expanding network capacity and improving high-speed mobile connectivity across the university c

    Telecel Ghana boosts network connectivity on UHAS campus
  11. Joy Online

    The festival was supported by Telecel Ghana, Samsung, Bank of Africa, Google AI Centre, National Health Insurance Scheme, Bank of Ghana, Women in PR Ghana, Bel Aqua, Promasidor, and UniMAC.

    Anchor your profession on trust – Sports Minister tells PR practitioners

Friday 21 August

  1. Ghana must develop local human capital for mining industrialisation

    Ghana Chamber of Mines CEO Dr Kenneth Ashigbey has called for investment in human resource development and local enterprises to design, manufacture and maintain mining technologies, arguing that true localisation means developing Ghanaian capabilities beyond simply employing more Ghanaians in the sector.

    21 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Telecel Ghana launches biodegradable SIM cards with less plastic

    Telecel Ghana has introduced Eco SIM, a biodegradable card made with 90 percent less plastic than conventional SIMs while delivering the same voice, data, and MoMo services. The move addresses Ghana's plastic waste problem, where 1.1 million tonnes are generated annually, with only 5 percent collected for recycling.

    18 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 17 August

  1. Telecel Ghana launches biodegradable Eco SIM cards

    Telecel Ghana has launched Eco SIM cards made with 90 percent less plastic than conventional SIMs while delivering the same voice, data, and MoMo services. The move addresses Ghana's plastic waste challenge, where an estimated 1.1 million tonnes of plastic waste is generated annually, with only 5 percent collected for recycling.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

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, MoMAG train mobile money agents on professionalism

    Telecel Ghana and the Mobile Money Advocacy Group Ghana have partnered to train mobile money agents to improve their capabilities, professionalism, and regulatory compliance as part of efforts to strengthen the agent network.

    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. MTN Ghana reports GH¢14.9 billion revenue, GH¢7.4 billion profit

    MTN Ghana generated approximately GH¢14.9 billion in service revenue in the first half of 2026, up from GH¢11.3 billion in the same period of 2025, and reported profit before tax of about GH¢7.4 billion. The article raises questions about whether customers are receiving corresponding improvements in network quality, affordability, and service in return for their increasing expenditure.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. 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

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Telecel advocates ethical AI use and data partnerships for Ghana

    At the Ghana Data Science Summit in Ho, Telecel Ghana argued that the country's digital future requires infrastructure, partnerships, and ethical standards for responsible data and AI use. The company said telecommunications firms hold rich datasets but must protect customer privacy through anonymized and aggregated data sharing that supports research and policymaking.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Telecel Ghana launches 4G cell site at UHAS campus

    Telecel Ghana has commissioned a dedicated 4G cell site at the University of Health and Allied Sciences to expand network capacity and improve connectivity across the campus and neighbouring areas, ahead of the arrival of more than 2,000 incoming first-year students.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Sports Minister urges PR professionals to anchor careers on trust

    Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams has told aspiring public relations professionals to build their careers on trust, integrity and sound judgment, emphasizing that credibility remains the profession's greatest asset despite technological change. Speaking at the 6th World PR Day Festival in Accra, Adams drew on his experience as spokesperson to former President Jerry John Rawlings to stress that effective communication requires listening, understanding public sentiment, and knowing when and what to communicate.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 31 July

  1. Telecel Ghana launches M'ahitti Promo with three millionaire winners

    Telecel Ghana has launched its 2026 M'ahitti Promo campaign, which will award GH¢1 million to three customers over four months, along with 12,000 daily prizes of GH¢100 and 48 weekly prizes of GH¢20,000. The promotion is designed to encourage greater use of Telecel's digital ecosystem and reward customer loyalty across the country.

    31 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Telecel Ghana launches M'ahitti Promo with three millionaire prizes

    Telecel Ghana has launched its 2026 M'ahitti Promo campaign to award GH¢1 million each to three lucky customers over four months, alongside daily and weekly prizes totalling GH¢100 and GH¢20,000 respectively. The promotion, organised with Kunim Global, aims to encourage use of Telecel's digital ecosystem and reward customer loyalty across all regions.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Government announces GH¢5,500 support for South Africa evacuees

    Ghana's government has announced a GH¢5,500 support package for Ghanaian evacuees returning from South Africa, comprising a GH¢5,000 reintegration grant, GH¢500 travel allowance, relief items, and NHIS registration. The two-phase evacuation exercise is expected to bring home nearly 2,000 Ghanaians, with the first phase having brought 926 returnees and the second phase expected to facilitate the return of about 1,000 more.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 July

  1. Telecel awards monthly cash prizes in ongoing Dream Car Promo

    Three Telecel customers won monthly cash prizes (GH¢10,000, GH¢5,000, and GH¢2,000) in the second monthly draw of the 15th cycle of the Telecel Dream Car Promo, an SMS-based trivia promotion offering weekly and monthly cash rewards and a 4×4 vehicle every six months.

    27 July 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 selects ten women for engineering scholarship cohort

    Telecel Ghana has unveiled ten final-year female students selected for its 2026 Female Engineering Students Scholarship Programme (FESSP), aimed at increasing female representation in STEM fields. The scholars, drawn from KNUST, UG, UCC and UMaT, receive financial support for tuition, laptops, data bundles, mentorship, and internship opportunities.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. 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

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Telecel Ghana restores voice and data services after disruptions

    Telecel Ghana announced it has resolved intermittent challenges affecting its voice and data services, apologizing to customers for the inconvenience and thanking them for their patience.

    21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Telecel Ghana hands equipped IT lab to University of Ghana

    Telecel Ghana has commissioned a 42-unit computer laboratory with interactive touchscreen display and internet connectivity to the University of Ghana as a corporate social responsibility initiative supporting digital learning and research.

    21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 11 July

  1. MTN and Telecel to compete for Ghana's 5G spectrum licences

    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

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Telecel donates medical equipment, adopts Kumasi South hospital unit

    Telecel Ghana has donated newborn medical equipment including phototherapy units and radiant warmers to Kumasi South Hospital and signed a two-year agreement to adopt and upgrade the hospital's Mother and Baby Unit.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 27 June

  1. Telecel Foundation donates newborn care equipment to Kumasi South Hospital

    The Telecel Foundation has donated critical newborn care equipment—including two phototherapy machines, a digital infant weighing scale, and a radiant warmer—to the Pediatric Unit of Kumasi South Hospital, following a report of equipment shortages in the maternity unit. The Foundation has also signed a 2-year adoption memorandum of understanding with the hospital as part of its corporate social responsibility activities.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. 27th TGMA Music Summit brings 230 industry stakeholders together

    Over 230 artistes, managers, music executives, media practitioners and creative entrepreneurs gathered at the British Council in Accra for the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit, held in commemoration of World Music Day to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts and equip Ghana's music community with practical knowledge for sustainable careers.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Over 200 music stakeholders gather for Ghana Music Summit

    Over 200 artistes, managers, executives, media practitioners, and creative entrepreneurs attended the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit at the British Council in Accra to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts as part of World Music Day commemoration.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. 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

Thursday 25 June

  1. Asantehene launches KNUST's 75th anniversary celebration in Kumasi

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, launched the 75th anniversary celebration of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi, attended by dignitaries, alumni, and traditional rulers. The event featured the launch of a 354-page book on the university's history and impact, with the first ten copies autographed by the Asantehene and sold to various buyers, including the Asanteman Council for GH¢1 million.

    25 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Telecel Ghana strengthens cash agent partnerships in Ashanti region

    Telecel Ghana held a regional forum at Kejetia Market Square in Kumasi bringing together over 300 cash agents, traders and sales partners to discuss product updates, revenue growth opportunities, and service improvements. The company reaffirmed its commitment to supporting its cash agent network and provided training on fraud prevention and cybersecurity practices.

    24 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  2. Telecel Ghana engages cash agents on partnerships and service improvements

    Telecel Ghana held a regional forum in Kumasi's Kejetia Market Square, bringing together over 300 cash agents and sales partners to discuss product updates, revenue growth, and service reliability. Telecel's leadership reaffirmed commitment to supporting agents' welfare and growth while providing training on fraud prevention and cybersecurity.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 22 June

  1. Telecel Ghana trains 25 pupils in coding and robotics

    Telecel Ghana's Ashanti Codes programme has completed a 4-week training in coding and robotics for 25 students from basic schools in Obuasi and adjoining communities. The initiative aims to equip over one thousand young people in the Ashanti region with digitalisation and artificial intelligence skills.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online

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