{
  "id": 1473257,
  "title": "MTN Deploys 80 New Sites Up North",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/mtn-deploys-80-new-sites-up-north",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-17T11:43:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/mtn-deploys-80-new-sites-up-north/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "MTN Ghana has announced the deployment of 80 new network sites across the Northern, Savannah, Upper East, and North East Regions of Ghana. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity and service quality in these areas. The new sites will bring the total number of MTN's cell sites nationwide to 500. Emmanuel Afutu, a representative from MTN Ghana, emphasized the importance of digital inclusion, stating that it is not merely about access to technology but about ensuring that people can leverage technology to enhance their lives, livelihoods, and futures. The company revealed plans to invest US$1.1 billion over the next three years, with a significant portion allocated to 2026. In the first half of 2026, MoMo transactions saw a 44.4% year-on-year increase, with MoMo users growing by 3.1%, transaction volumes rising by 23.3%, and MoMo revenue increasing by 23.3% year-on-year. MTN Ghana's financial performance in the first half of 2026 was strong, with service revenue growing by 32.3% to GH¢15.0 billion, EBITDA increasing by 47.1% to GH¢9.3 billion, and profit after tax rising by 46.8% to GH¢5.1 billion. The company's commitment to investing in its network, creating jobs, and supporting communities remains steadfast.",
  "summary": "Participants at the media and stakeholder forum in Tamale MTN Ghana has announced plans to deploy 80 new network sites across the Northern, Savannah, Upper East and North East Read More... The post MTN Deploys 80 New Sites Up North appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
  "key_points": [
    "MTN deploys 80 new network sites in northern Ghana regions.",
    "Total cell sites in Ghana to reach 500 after deployment.",
    "MTN invests $1.1 billion in network expansion over three years."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}