Adalazo: Some rural communities in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region have been cut off from Ghana's digitalisation agenda due to no mobile telecommunications network in those areas. Adalazo, Asuboi, and surrounding areas are facing mobile network and internet connectivity challenges, a situation affecting residents' ability to easily transact business online, access emergency services, and reach out to family and friends over the phone among other things.
According to Ghana News Agency, some of the residents mentioned that they have to walk to an identified spot under an electricity pole to access a mobile network. The situation negatively impacts their lives, leaving them feeling left out and isolated from the world in an era of digital transformation.
Mr. Elijah Adu, a resident of Adalazo, expressed concern over the lack of mobile network services in the area, stating that the issue affects work, education, health, and other aspects of life. He described the network challenge as severe, highlighting that they must walk to specific spots just to make calls or receive messages, posing a significant problem during emergencies.
Madam Adwoa Asaah, another resident, shared similar views, noting that even the identified spot for reception is not always reliable. She appealed to authorities to address the issue and provide a permanent solution to improve their quality of life.
