Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications calls for prosecution of those behind fibre cuts

The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications has warned against the alarming frequency of fibre disruptions across the country, which are significantly affecting the quality of telecom services.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Chamber on Tuesday, 24 September 2024.

According to the Chamber, “Although fibre is expected to be secure when buried underground, the experience in Ghana is quite different.”

The Chamber highlighted that these interruptions often lead to poor voice calls, slow internet speeds, and, in severe cases, complete network outages.

“This situation is unacceptable and undermines the significant investments made by telecom operators to deliver reliable services,” the Chamber noted.

In a bid to address these challenges, the Chamber revealed it is actively engaging with key stakeholders, including the Minister of Roads and Highways, to foster collaboration in protecting telecom infrastructure during construction activities.

The Chamber further revealed, however, that they reported some entities involved in these construction projects have been “recalcitrant,” continuing to cause damage to critical infrastructure.

It emphasised that this ongoing negligence not only frustrates subscribers but also hampers the country’s digital progress.

To combat this persistent issue, the Chamber is seeking the support of law enforcement to prosecute individuals and entities responsible for these recurrent fibre cuts.

“We are proposing that our members consider taking legal action against uncooperative individuals and entities, ensuring they are held accountable according to the law,” the statement added.