
Engineers and technical experts from the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) have officially commenced work to extend and stabilize telecommunication services across eleven communities within the Jomoro Municipality in the Western Region. This initiative, facilitated through the persistent advocacy of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Jomoro, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, aims to bridge the digital divide in rural areas that have long struggled with poor signal quality and inconsistent connectivity. The deployment represents a major step in the government's mandate to ensure that every corner of the country is integrated into the national digital infrastructure.
The project targets several key localities, including Adusuazo, Ebonloa, and Twenen, where residents have frequently reported difficulties in accessing basic mobile and data services. Benedict Boadi, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Jomoro, highlighted the importance of this infrastructure upgrade, noting that engineers have already begun technical installations in Adusuazo. The MCE credited the collaborative efforts of MP Affo-Toffey for addressing the connectivity issues facing the municipality, emphasizing that these improvements are vital for the socio-economic development and daily livelihoods of the residents.
By addressing these long-standing network challenges, the expansion is expected to enhance local commerce, education, and emergency response capabilities. The presence of reliable telecommunications will allow students to access digital learning resources and enable local businesses to leverage mobile money platforms and digital marketing more effectively. According to technical officials on-site, the team is working at an accelerated pace, with expectations that the major network hurdles in the targeted communities will be resolved by the end of the week.
This telecommunication drive represents a significant milestone in the Jomoro Municipality's broader strategy to modernize infrastructure and improve the quality of life for its constituents. As GIFEC continues its nationwide mandate to provide electronic communications to under-served and un-served areas, the successful implementation of this project serves as a testament to the impact of parliamentary-led community development initiatives. Moving forward, the municipality and its leadership remain committed to monitoring the performance of these new networks to ensure sustained service quality for all users.
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