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MTN Ghana Reaffirms Commitment To Driving Ghana’s Digital Future At Africa Internet Summit 2025

 


MTN Ghana’s Chief Digital Officer, Ibrahim Misto, has reiterated the company’s commitment to expanding digital access and accelerating Ghana’s journey towards a fully connected future.

Speaking at the 30th Africa Internet Summit in Accra, Misto delivered a goodwill message on the theme “Internet in Ghana, Today and Tomorrow”, reflecting on Ghana’s 30-year Internet journey and MTN’s transformative role in shaping the nation’s digital landscape.

In his address, Misto highlighted how MTN Ghana’s evolution mirrors the story of Africa’s Internet growth.  He said “The story of MTN as a business is reflective of the evolution of the Internet within the African continent. Our services and infrastructure have advanced to support a plethora of services beyond basic voice and SMS, from data and IoT to digital, fintech and enterprise solutions. MTN has moved from a telco to a technology company”.

He reaffirmed MTN Ghana’s ongoing investment in infrastructure and digital inclusion, noting that the company has invested over US$1 billion since 2021 to modernize its network, expand 4G coverage, and extend fibre connectivity to homes.

Through its Mobile Money (MoMo) platform, MTN now serves over 17 million customers, driving financial inclusion and empowering millions with access to digital financial services.

Looking toward the future, Misto called for a collaborative approach to building Ghana’s digital ecosystem. “We envision an Internet ecosystem that is faster, smarter, and more inclusive,” he noted. “Through the government’s robust digital agenda, Ghana is poised to lead Africa’s digital future. But this future must be built together through, collaboration between government, industry, civil society and the youth who will shape it”.

MTN Ghana remains committed to investing in connectivity, digital literacy, platforms, and innovation hubs that empower the next generation, stressing that the company’s mission is to build a resilient Internet that reflects the values of access, equity, and opportunity.

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