The residents of Wawasua, in the Sunyani East Municipality of the Bono Region, have strongly expressed their need for enhanced mobile connectivity in their community.
In an interview with Channel One News, on Tuesday 6th August, 2024, one resident lamented, “If we want to make a call, we have to climb trees. We used to climb a one-story building for better connectivity, but today the owner has told us we can no longer climb his building. We suffer to get a network signal.
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Frustration among residents has reached a boiling point, with some vowing not to vote in the 2024 general elections if their issues remain unresolved.
“The network is our major problem and is affecting us a lot.” Another resident expressed, “I have to go to Sunyani before I can do business online.” A plea to the government was made, stating, “It’s difficult transacting business in this village, we’re pleading with the government to come to our aid.”
The impact extends beyond personal communication, causing significant harm to local businesses.Essential service providers, such as nurses and teachers, are reluctant to accept positions in the area due to the connectivity challenges, further hindering the community’s development.
However, the Assembly has assured that efforts are underway to get the authorities to fix the situation.
The community is struggling with poor mobile network coverage, making it challenging for inhabitants to stay in touch with family, relatives, and business associates.
An urgent appeal has been made to telecommunication companies to expand their network coverage to the area, as the lack of reliable mobile connectivity is severely hindering their daily lives and economic activities.
The plight of Wawasua serves as a stark reminder of the digital divide in Ghana, underscoring the urgent need for equitable access to telecommunications for all citizens.
