Communication
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:Zero AM Radio Station & 49 FM Radio Stations
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.
