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Localize Traffic to Boost Ghana's Digital Economy

10/20/2025

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Story summary

Ghana's traffic remains inefficient as local data is tromboning abroad, causing high latency and higher costs.
Even with AccraIX, about 70% of Ghana's domestic traffic is still routed overseas.
The National Communications Authority (NCA) can modernize policies through the Electronic Communications Bill to localize traffic and reduce costs.
Ghana can learn from Kenya and Nigeria to strengthen digital infrastructure and the economy, benefiting millions.

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Story summary

Ghana's traffic remains inefficient as local data is tromboning abroad, causing high latency and higher costs.
Even with AccraIX, about 70% of Ghana's domestic traffic is still routed overseas.
The National Communications Authority (NCA) can modernize policies through the Electronic Communications Bill to localize traffic and reduce costs.
Ghana can learn from Kenya and Nigeria to strengthen digital infrastructure and the economy, benefiting millions.