The Government of Ghana has announced plans to merge AT Ghana, formerly known as AirtelTigo, with Telecel Ghana.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to create a more resilient and competitive telecom operator.

According to the Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, the merger comes at a time when AT Ghana’s financial troubles continue to deepen, with losses exceeding $10 million within just eight months.

He explained that funding AT’s losses with taxpayers’ money is unsustainable.

Sam George stated that such funds could be better directed toward critical infrastructure projects such as roads, schools, and other public services.

Speaking during a staff engagement at AT Ghana’s Head Office in Accra, the minister reassured all 300 permanent employees that their jobs are secure under the new entity. He clarified that this is not a re-application process but a continuation of existing contracts.

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To customers, the minister assured that their interests will be fully protected throughout the transition.

The merger is expected to streamline operations by reducing duplication and cutting costs.

Already, more than 3.2 million AT subscribers have been migrated to Telecel’s network through a national roaming arrangement, which the Ministry reports has been 98% smooth.

The integration will unfold in three phases: technical migration, which is nearly complete; human resource alignment, with all staff expected to be absorbed by the end of September; and commercial restructuring, which will finalize the framework for the merged entity.

To sustain the new operator, the government estimates a need for $600 million over the next four years. Funding will come from a mix of government resources, including proceeds from spectrum sales, as well as co-investments from Telecel and other partners.

Currently, the government owns 100% of AT Ghana and holds a 30% stake in Telecel Ghana. Despite Telecel’s acquisition of Vodafone Ghana, both companies have faced challenges with vendor debts and financial sustainability.

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