As Ghana makes strides towards the eventual analogue switch off (ASO) of all analogue television transmissions as part of the digital migration journey, all decoder to be sold and/or used in Ghana need to pass a rigorous compliance test by the National Communications Authority (NCA).
Category: Governance
MTN Carols Night Slated for 16Th December
MTN Ghana is preparing for its Carol service which promises to be exciting and engaging just as it has always been.
Ghana’s Automated Birth Registration Picks Award
The automation of Ghana’s birth registration process, a programme spearheaded by the Births and Deaths Registry, UNICEF and the Mobile Network Operator, Tigo, won the ‘Changing Lives Award’ at the just ended AfricaCom2016 Awards in Cape Town, South Africa.
Africa Assembles to Celebrate ICT Laurels
Over 32 countries have assembled in Addis Ababa for the annual Africa review and follow up of the progress in achieving the World Summit on Information (WSIS) outcomes. The experts in attendance are also focusing on emerging issues in ICT in relation to the implementation of the Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
Building Online Commerce Requires More Trust in the Market-UNCTAD
The Internet – and e-commerce in particular – offer new opportunities for developing countries to grow, but maximizing the potential of this opportunity requires more trust in these markets, for example, by protecting consumer rights and preventing cybercrime, a senior UNCTAD official said on Tuesday.
Despite Headwinds, Prospects of Ghana’s Telecom Sector Look Bright
Despite the current economic headwinds, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT), Mr Kwaku Sakyi-Addo is confident that the prospects of the telecom sector are bright.
Nokia Expands the Human Possibilities of Technology in Africa
AfricaCom 2016 will mark the 10-month anniversary of the creation of a renewed and strengthened Nokia, which following its purchase of Alcatel-Lucent has created a global leader in technology and services for a connected world.
2016 DStv Eutelsat Star Awards Entries Extended
Due to popular demand, MultiChoice and Eutelsat announced that the closing date for entries for the DStv Eutelsat Star Awards has been extended until Wednesday, 30 November 2016.
Kirusa’s InstaVoice® Service Breezes Past 100 Million Monthly Active Users
Kirusa, a global leader in providing mobile and social media solutions, today announced that its InstaVoice® service has reached the remarkable landmark of 100 million monthly active users.
NCA Can’t Shut Down Social Media – Tevie
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has stated that it cannot shut down its systems to prevent the use of social media on December 7 when Ghanaians go to the polls in a crucial general election.