Ministry of Posts and Telecom, LTA, LIBTELCO, GSM Operators, ISPs, ICT firms, ICT Schools
This is the second article I have written since the beginning of the year 2015 and I thought I use this occasion to provide some insight the "constituents of Liberia's ICT and Telecommunications sector. My attempt here emanates from the fact that many Liberians do not know exactly who is who, or who does what in the sector. For example, I have heard people blame the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications for not penalizing GSM operators for not delivering certain services. And sometimes, some Liberians, even ICT professionals tend to mix up the responsibilities of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) with those of LIBTELCO's. So, in this second article of 2015, I will try to provide insight that will enable Liberians understand the distinction in responsibilities and the role and functions of the players in the sector. I will begin with the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications since it heads the sector.
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