Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation Minister Sam George has announced the formation of a new team that will work towards developing a comprehensive roadmap aimed at addressing the needs of all stakeholders in Ghana’s digital landscape.
A statement shared via social media said the team’s efforts will focus on identifying common ground that balances the interests of citizens, the telecommunications industry, and the government.
The team comprises representatives from key institutions, including the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology & Innovation, the Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Finance, the National Communications Authority (NCA), the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), and the Association of Content Creators, among others.
Expressing optimism on the outcome, the Minister said, “It is my hope that this team will come up with a workable plan that sees an increase in value on data offerings across the board.”