The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel George, has directed MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv, to reduce its subscription charges by September 6, 2025, or face the possibility of losing its license.
Speaking at the Digital Africa Summit in Accra, Mr. George emphasised the government’s commitment to ensuring fair pricing for Ghanaian consumers in line with improved economic conditions. He disclosed that officials are scheduled to meet MultiChoice tomorrow to resolve the issue.
“They have up to the 6th of September. If by then there is no resolution, we will shut down the operations of MultiChoice. No company is more powerful than the collective interest of the Ghanaian people,” he warned.
The Minister further revealed that MultiChoice has failed to submit critical pricing data required under the Electronic Communications Act (ECA), resulting in arrears owed to the National Communications Authority (NCA). The company has also accrued between GH¢150,000 and GH¢170,000 in fines following a GH¢10,000 daily penalty imposed two weeks ago.
Mr. George added that the government’s directive for a 30 percent reduction in subscription fees has so far been ignored.
