Ghana's administration is in negotiations with an investor for a potential overhaul of AT Telecom
The Ghanaian government is currently in negotiations to take over and revamp AT (formerly AirtelTigo), a state-owned telecom operator. The Communications Minister, Samuel Nartey George, announced the negotiations during a stakeholder meeting with telecom CEOs on May 30.
The deal, which has a 60-day window to be finalized, is part of efforts to revive AT. If successful, it is anticipated that a full rollout of improved AT services will be completed by the end of Q3 2025.
The negotiations aim to inject capital into AT, improve its ability to compete, and provide it with technical know-how. The government is also considering connecting entity licenses to help AT access the National Frequency Management Co. (NGIC) infrastructure, with the intention of strengthening market competition.
While the details of the strategic investor negotiations are not yet finalized, the deal is not a done deal yet. The government took over AT in 2021, and these negotiations mark a significant step towards its revival.
Meanwhile, the government is also considering similar measures for Telecel, approving new spectrum allocations to strengthen its position in the market. Samuel Nartey George mentioned that MTN is welcome to participate in the resources if they are interested.
It's worth noting that, as of mid-2025, there is no publicly available information detailing the current status of these negotiations. The digital payments scene in Ghana continues to evolve, but AirtelTigo’s transformation or acquisition is not mentioned in recent updates.
Despite this, AirtelTigo remains active in Ghana's digital payment space, offering mobile money services and partnerships. The Ministry of Communications and relevant regulatory authorities are focused on enforcing compliance and promoting infrastructure rollouts, especially for 4G/5G networks, but no references to AirtelTigo’s ownership changes or strategic partnerships appear in these updates.
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The government's negotiations with potential investors aim to inject capital from the finance sector into AT, boosting its business operations and enhancing its technology capabilities. The successful implementation of these negotiations could lead to improved AT services, as the company competes more effectively within the Ghanaian telecom market.
