Communications
The telecommunication and postal systems in Ghana has
in recent times improved noticeably. All most all-regional
capitals have modern and efficient mail, telephone, fax
and Internet services. Ghana Telecom is the main telephone
service provider. Public phones use prepaid cards that
come in different denominations to suit the customer’s
pocket. Available are 150, 100,50, and 25 units. There
is so much increase and competition in Internet service
providers, linking both individuals and organizations
to the Internet. On the increase is the sprouting of Internet
cafes all over the city providing e-mail and browsing
services to the public. Other regional capitals including
some second cycle institutions are not left out.
Most hotels in the country have business centers that
provide courier services and direct dial telephones
in their rooms.
Several cell phone operators coming up as a result
of private sector development: Buzz GSM, Kasapa, Space
phone and Ghana telecom’s one touch provide mobile
services across the country. The “snap”
cards enables customers to buy units in advance. Phone
rental services are also available in Accra.
Telephones:
Main lines in use; more than 240,000 Mobile cellular;
more than 150,000
Radio broadcast stations; AM 0, FM 49
Television broadcast; 10
Internet country code; .gh
Internet service providers, more than 12
Normally, it takes up to 10 days
for post cards to reach the U.S from Ghana, and less
to Europe. Stamps are available at any post office and
in some hotels. The fees for mailing to the U.S vary
according to weight. At the main post office in Accra,
philatelic services are provided for stamp collectors.
Money orders can also be obtained at the post office.
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