NCA shortlists three companies for 5G spectrum licence – Infrava disqualified
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has published the list of qualified applicants for the 5G spectrum licensing process in the 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz and 3 GHz bands.
In a press release dated 9th September, 2026, the Authority said it has completed the qualification stage of the Request for Applications for spectrum licences.
According to the NCA, out of four applications received by the submission deadline of 5:00 pm on 27th August 2026, three Applicants have qualified to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
The assessment comprised the Eligibility Review and Technical Qualification Assessment under Envelope A (Technical and Qualification Submission).
Qualified Applicants are:
- Scancom Plc (MTN Ghana)
- Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited (Telecel Ghana)
- Goal Telecommunications Ltd
Non-qualified Applicant:
- Infrava Ltd
The Authority says all Applicants have been duly informed of its determination in respect of their applications, with reasons provided where applicable.
Only the Qualified Applicants will proceed to Stage 3 of the selection process. Accordingly, the Envelope B submitted by the Non-qualified Applicant will not be opened.
Qualified Applicants will be notified separately of the date, time and venue for the opening and ranking of their Best Price Offers.
The press release was issued by the National Communications Authority, No. 6 Airport City, Accra.
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