MINORITY CAUCUS OBJECT MERGING OF AT AND TELECEL. The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed strong objections to the proposed merger between AT Ghana and Telecel Ghana
MINORITY CAUCUS OBJECT MERGING OF AT AND TELECEL. The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed strong objections to the proposed merger between AT Ghana and Telecel Ghana, citing concerns over the government's handling of the deal and potential consequences for the telecom sector. Addressing the media, the Ranking member for information and communication, Mr Matthew Nyindam accused the Minister of Communications, Hon. Samuel George for lacking transparency and consistency in his approach to the merger. The Minority Caucus questioned the minister's motivations, suggesting potential private gains and lobbying efforts. They explained that, the proposed merger could lead to a duopoly, reducing competition and harming consumers. The caucus argues that AT Ghana could be revitalized through investment from Afritel/Rektron, which has offered a $150 million initial investment and plans for up to $1 billion over five years. The government aims to create a stronger competitor to
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MINORITY CAUCUS OBJECT MERGING OF AT AND TELECEL.

 

 

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed strong objections to the proposed merger between AT Ghana and Telecel Ghana, citing concerns over the government's handling of the deal and potential consequences for the telecom sector.

 

 

Addressing the media, the Ranking member for information and communication, Mr Matthew Nyindam accused the Minister of Communications, Hon. Samuel George for  lacking transparency and consistency in his approach to the merger.

 

 

 The Minority Caucus questioned  the minister's motivations, suggesting potential private gains and lobbying efforts.

 

They explained that, the proposed merger could lead to a duopoly, reducing competition and harming consumers.

 

 

The caucus argues that AT Ghana could be revitalized through investment from Afritel/Rektron, which has offered a $150 million initial investment and plans for up to $1 billion over five years.

 

 

The government aims to create a stronger competitor to MTN Ghana through the merger, with plans for a $600 million investment over four years.

 

 However, the Minority Caucus disputes this, citing Telecel's own financial struggles and lack of significant investment.

 

 

 

Report by PKB 

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