Scancom PLC, widely known as MTN Ghana, has been crowned Telco of the Year at the esteemed Africa Tech Festival Awards held in Cape Town, South Africa.
This prestigious accolade celebrates MTN Ghana’s innovative strides in resolving 4G traffic suppression challenges in Accra since 2021.
Competing against prominent industry players such as Liquid Intelligent Technologies, LANCK Telecom, and Orange Telecom, MTN Ghana emerged victorious.
This recognition underscores the company’s relentless commitment to providing cutting-edge network solutions and expanding digital connectivity across the region.
Revolutionary 4G enhancement with Huawei
MTN Ghana’s win followed its successful partnership with Huawei to deploy an advanced 2.6G Frequency-Division-Duplexing (FDD) massive Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) solution.
This innovative technology enhanced the 4G network’s performance to deliver a 5G-like experience, effectively alleviating capacity bottlenecks and improving service quality for customers.
Leadership Remarks
Expressing his delight, Stephen Blewett, CEO of MTN Ghana, said: “We are thrilled to receive this award, which validates our commitment to investing in modern network infrastructure. In an increasingly digital world, the importance of robust and accessible telecommunications infrastructure cannot be overstated. Our goal is to ensure that everyone benefits from a modern connected life. This recognition reinforces our belief statement and fuels our journey toward becoming a technology and platform player.”
Significance of the Telco of the Year Award
The Telco of the Year Award highlights the exceptional efforts of network providers in ensuring seamless and reliable connectivity for all.
It celebrates the pivotal role of telecommunications companies in fostering digital transformation and driving economic and social development across Africa.
MTN Ghana’s achievement demonstrates its unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality network services.
Innovating to address customer needs and expanding digital inclusivity across diverse communities.
Acknowledging industry excellence
The 2024 Africa Tech Festival Awards spotlight the remarkable contributions of telecommunications companies excelling in service delivery, network expansion, and innovation.
MTN Ghana’s recognition reaffirms its position as a leader in the telecom industry and a critical driver of Africa’s digital progress.
A vision for Africa’s digital transformation
MTN Ghana remains dedicated to advancing digital solutions for Africa’s progress by providing extensive network coverage, ensuring digital inclusion, and leveraging innovative technologies to enrich customer experiences.
This recognition at the Africa Tech Festival Awards propels MTN Ghana further in its journey to deliver a modern connected life for all, setting a benchmark for telecommunications excellence in Africa.
