Ghana has officially launched its 5G network through Next Gen InfraCo (NGIC), adopting a "neutral-host" or wholesale-first model that could reshape Africa's telecom industry.

• This model involves a single infrastructure company building the physical network, while mobile operators compete on services within it, aiming to reduce duplication and capital expenditure.
• The initiative is led by Next Gen InfraCo (NGIC), licensed by the Ghanaian government.
• Despite the launch, the country faces challenges, including a recent pivot to a hybrid model and ambitious coverage targets of 70% by March 2027.