The growth of digital solutions in Ghana has been a notable trend in recent years, influenced by the increase in internet penetration and mobile connectivity, as well as government initiatives and private sector investment. These factors have transformed the digital scope in various sectors, including finance, education, commerce, and even health.

The increase in mobile phone usage has significantly contributed to the growth of internet access in Ghana. By the end of 2022, the number of mobile data subscriptions in the country had surpassed 23 million, providing connectivity to a large portion of the population. This widespread access has created a favourable environment for the development of digital solutions.

Mobile apps are increasingly important in the daily lives of people in Ghana. In this blog post, I'll talk about the top 5 apps in Ghana that I believe can improve your daily life. These selections are based on personal experience and are not influenced by any sponsorships. Let's get started!

Hubtel:

Hubtel is a digital platform for ordering food and everyday essentials, sending and receiving money instantly, buying car insurance, purchasing tickets for upcoming events, taking payments with bulk SMS, and paying bills (DSTV, ECG, Ghana Water, etc.). As of the time of writing this article, Hubtel ranks #1 as the best shopping app in Ghana on Android and #2 on iOS, according to app figures.

Features of hubtel app:

The app allows users to purchase and order food and other essentials near them.

Make payments quickly and securely using mobile money, bank cards, etc. In addition to making payments, you can easily send money to others with just a click.

Send SMS alerts to unlimited contacts to request payment, and also use the platform to distribute money to your list of contacts.

ECG PowerApp:

The ECG PowerApp is a well-known app for purchasing power at any time and from anywhere in Ghana. If you are new to the app, learn how to use it to buy power. It is ranked as the #2 top productivity app on the Google Play Store in Ghana, which demonstrates its value to Ghanaians.

Features of ECG PowerAPP:

Access to new and critical information: ECG might release a communique to convey information through the app.

Payment system: Make payment for any invoice, and receive and withdraw refunds instantly and directly from the app.

Display of your power consumption: Have access to your pattern of power consumption directly from the ECG app.

Report your issues: You are allowed to voice out all issues you encountered while using the app.

Achieve:

Achieve is a digital platform that addresses financial challenges by providing tailored plans to help you reach your financial objectives. Their DigiSave plan offers the flexibility to invest for medium- to long-term goals while also allowing access to your funds for short-term expenses. Achieve has over 100,000 downloads on the Google Play Store with a good rating. As money is involved, I
I recommend reading people's opinions in the review section to understand the app's capabilities and flaws before using it.

Features of Achieve app:

Create a goal-oriented account, specifying a target amount and deadline.

Withdraw money from the app into your bank account or Momo wallet.

Set up subaccounts to simplify budgeting.

GhanaPostGPS:

The Ghana PostGPS serves as Ghana’s primary digital addressing system, encompassing all locations within the country. The application is tailored to assist users in effortlessly obtaining the digital addresses of various locations, particularly when completing forms or establishing online
accounts that necessitate a digital address.

Integrated with Google Maps, the app facilitates seamless navigation to specific locations and landmarks. It holds the #2 and #7 positions among the top navigational apps in Ghana on the App Store and Google Play Store, respectively.

Features of the Ghana PostGPS app:

A search bar to find the digital address of a particular place.

Access locations in different forms: MapView, Satellite, and Terrain.

Share your location with friends and other ride-hailing and taxi apps.

DrugNet:

DrugNet is a convenient medical app designed to save you time, energy, and money by connecting you to a pharmacy anytime, anywhere. With this app, you can easily purchase medicine and have it delivered right to your doorstep. How does the app work? Once you place your order, a pharmacist will promptly call you to confirm your request and ensure that you are getting the right medications for your specific condition before providing you with the price.

Features of DrugNet app:

Talk to a pharmacist to ensure you get the right medication.

Place orders for medicine to be delivered.

Ask their AI support all your health questions.

These apps highlight how digital solutions are enhancing convenience and efficiency in various aspects of daily life in Ghana. Use them regularly to make your life easier.