MTN GHANA TO RELOCATE 130KM OF FIBER OPTIC CABLES TO PROTECT NETWORK AND BOOST RELIABILITY

MTN Ghana is mapping out high-risk areas and working closely with government agencies, construction firms, and local authorities to implement preventive measure

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Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett
Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett
MTN Ghana has announced plans to relocate 130 kilometers of its fiber optic cables to more secure locations across the country in a bid to enhance network reliability and protect its telecommunications infrastructure.

The decision, according to the company, was triggered by frequent fiber cuts particularly in Northern Ghana that have severely disrupted mobile and internet services. The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, said the relocation is part of a broader strategy to safeguard network infrastructure from damage caused mainly by construction activities such as road works and water pipeline installations.

“When fiber cuts occur, base stations lose their ability to transmit signals, resulting in poor connectivity for our customers,” Mr. Blewett said. These disruptions go beyond inconvenience they pose a serious risk to national security. Communication is now an essential part of public and private sector operations.

He revealed that Northern Ghana records an average of four fiber cuts daily, making it one of the hardest-hit regions. MTN Ghana is therefore mapping out high-risk areas and working closely with government agencies, construction firms, and local authorities to implement preventive measures.

The company is also embarking on a public awareness campaign to educate citizens and stakeholders about the need to protect telecom infrastructure. Mr. Blewett called for stronger collaboration between network operators and the construction sector to reduce accidental fiber cuts and ensure continuous service delivery.

In addition to network improvements, MTN Ghana reiterated its commitment to social development. The company is investing in a range of initiatives focused on education, digital skills training, robotics, STEM programs, and youth empowerment particularly targeting women and persons with disabilities.

The development in Ghana mirrors similar efforts across the continent to reinforce digital infrastructure. In Kenya, for instance, the government recently expanded its fiber connectivity with support from the World Bank, reflecting a wider African push to secure and scale up digital services for long-term national development.

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