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What does Afritel do?

Afritel is a telecommunications consulting and management company. We provide expert advisory, project oversight, and technical support for governments, regulators, and telecom operators across Africa. Our services range from infrastructure deployment and policy consulting to operational management and rural connectivity solutions.

Is Afritel a mobile network operator?

Afritel is primarily a telecommunications consulting and management company; however, we also pursue strategic opportunities to acquire, develop, and operate telecom networks. Our legacy includes launching Africa’s first mobile service, and we continue to engage in projects that involve full-scale network operations through public-private partnerships and acquisitions.

What countries has Afritel worked in?

Afritel has played a major role in telecommunications development in Nigeria and Ghana, including launching Nigeria’s first mobile service (MTS) and helping establish Ghana’s early GSM networks through ScanCom (now MTN Ghana). Our services are available to partners across Africa.

What makes Afritel different from other telecom consultants?

Afritel is built on a legacy of pioneering leadership, with deep, hands-on experience launching and managing real telecom networks. Our team combines technical expertise, policy insight, and a long track record of collaborating with governments and global partners to deliver practical, scalable solutions across Africa.

Who are Afritel’s typical clients?

We work with:

  • Government ministries and telecom regulators
  • Mobile and broadband network operators
  • Infrastructure investment firms
  • International development agencies
  • Technology vendors and OEMs seeking market entry
Does Afritel offer project implementation or just consulting?

Afritel offers both. While our core focus is strategic and technical consulting, we also provide project implementation oversight, vendor coordination, and quality control to ensure smooth deployment and optimal performance of telecom infrastructure.

How can I partner with or engage Afritel?

We welcome collaboration! Whether you're a government agency, telecom operator, or investor, you can reach out to us via our Contact Page or email us at info@afritelgh.com to discuss how we can support your project or strategic goals.

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