Ghana’s telecommunications sector is set for tighter oversight as the Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA) and the National Communications Authority (NCA) embark on a groundbreaking partnership to ensure public safety and strict emission standards.
The collaboration, announced by Professor Emmanuel Ampomah-Amoako, Director of Nuclear Installations at the NRA, during a nationwide training workshop for selected journalists on August 27, 2025, signals a major step forward in telecom regulation. “As we speak, the NRA is working with the NCA to regulate the telcos, and it’s work ongoing,” Professor Ampomah-Amoako revealed, stressing that this alliance goes beyond emissions to address the broader operations of telecom companies.
With the NRA now taking over the responsibilities of the former Radiation Protection Board, its regulatory scope has expanded to cover vital telecom infrastructure, most notably, mobile phone masts that have sparked public concerns over potential radiation exposure. The NCA, meanwhile, will continue to manage licensing and operational compliance, making sure telecom operators meet rigorous technical and safety standards.
Professor Ampomah-Amoako highlighted that the focus isn’t solely on enforcement: “It is also about the functioning of the telcos, which the NCA provides the final authorization,” he explained. The partnership seeks to guarantee that telecom companies operate safely and within internationally approved emission limits.
The joint regulatory initiative is designed to protect public health and restore confidence in telecom services, especially as infrastructure rapidly expands into residential areas. By ensuring radiation levels remain within global safety guidelines, the NRA and NCA aim to reassure Ghanaians that their connectivity is not only fast, but also safe.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
