Sierra Leone announced the deployment of its first-ever 5G network to be powered only by renewable energy.
This move is expected to revolutionise digital connections in West Africa.
This momentous rollout not only signifies a significant advancement in the nation’s technology infrastructure but also its dedication to sustainable innovation.
The effort, which is spearheaded by public-private collaboration between the Sierra Leonean government and important telecom and energy businesses, intends to reduce the country’s carbon footprint while increasing access to high-speed internet.
The country’s Minister of Information and Communications, Mohamed Rahman Swaray, confirmed the news to the media on Monday in Freetown.
He said: “This is more than just a tech upgrade — it’s a transformational moment for our economy, education system, and future.
“We are proud to be among the first countries in Africa to roll out a green-powered 5G network.”
To provide dependable service even in isolated locations, the 5G infrastructure will be powered by solar mini-grids and other off-grid renewable sources.
By steering clear of fossil fuels and unreliable power systems, Sierra Leone is setting itself up to be a leader in the adoption of green technologies in underdeveloped countries.
“We’re building not just faster networks, but smarter, cleaner systems,” said a spokesperson from the lead telecom provider involved in the roll-out of the green-powered 5G network.
