Tag: 4G spectrum
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MTN Ghana targets another 4G spectrum to boost operations
MTN Ghana has indicated that it is seeking to purchase the remaining 4G spectrum on offer by the National Communications Authority (NCA). The company said the move should improve its quality of service delivery and expand its network operations. MTN was initially excluded from purchasing any of the three (2 x 5) megahertz spectrums that…
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Vodafone secures 4G spectrum
Vodafone has won one of the 2×5 MHz frequency spectrum block in the 800 MHz Band frequency spectrum block for mobile services. By this, Vodafone should be providing 4G services for its clients soon. A statement from the NCA to Citi Business News confirmed the acquisition. “The National Communications Authority (NCA) announces for the information…
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Vodafone to bid for 4G license if price drops
Telecommunications Company, Vodafone Ghana has disclosed to Citi Business News it may not to put in a bid for the second 4G spectrum, if it is auctioned at the same price it was auctioned for in 2015. The Minister for Communications, Mrs. Owusu-Ekuful last week announced that government will auction the second 4G spectrum in…
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NCA not likely to reduce cost of 4G license
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has told Citi Business News it is open for negotiations with prospective buyers of the second 4G spectrum license. The CEO of the NCA, Joe Anokye explains that the outfit will abide by best practices in the sale of the license. Telecommunication companies have complained about the high cost of…
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Telcos must merge for 4G spectrum – Chaalabi
Telecom Analyst, Fouad Chaalabi has backed calls for telecom operators to consolidate to acquire the second 4G license being offered by government. “I think this is the best way of doing it but it depends on the two. You know merger is like a marriage so you need to find your better match,” he said.…