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Ministry of Communications to halt licence of MultiChoice today – According to Sam George
The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation is expected to suspend the operating licence of MultiChoice Ghana today, August 7, over the company’s refusal to reduce subscription prices for its DStv service.
According to sector minister and Ningo-Prampram MP, Samuel Nartey George, the decision follows months of negotiations between the Ministry and MultiChoice, which have failed to produce results favourable to Ghanaian consumers.
The action is being taken through the National Communications Authority (NCA).
Mr. George disclosed that the company increased DStv subscription fees by 15% in April 2025 despite what he described as improvements in Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators.
He said several appeals to the broadcaster to adjust its prices downward have been ignored.
“DStv Ghana does not take the Ghanaian people serious enough,” the Minister said in reaction to a recent statement from the company which described the proposed price reduction as not feasible.
He drew comparisons with Nigeria, where MultiChoice backtracked on price hikes after intervention from the government and the House of Representatives.
He questioned why Ghanaians were not receiving the same consideration.
In what he described as a diversion, he revealed that MultiChoice proposed to maintain the current high prices but delay the repatriation of revenue to its headquarters. This, he said, was unacceptable.
“How does keeping the price high but holding the money back solve anything for the ordinary Ghanaian? The issue is not about their profits; it’s about fairness to the consumer,” he noted.
The Minister emphasised that while he is open to reaching an agreement, the focus remains on ensuring affordable pricing for everyday Ghanaians who rely on DStv for information and entertainment.
He acknowledged concerns about the impact of a licence suspension on staff of the company but encouraged employees to support the country in advocating for consumer justice.
MultiChoice Ghana is yet to issue a fresh response following the ultimatum. The Ministry is expected to make a formal announcement on the matter later today.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana National Gas Company has denied allegations of wrongdoing in its recent procurement and insurance contract renewals.
In a press statement issued in Accra on April 13, 2026, the company explained that concerns raised in some media reports were linked to a change in its lead insurer.
It noted that the change followed the expiration of previous insurance contracts at the end of the year.
The company stressed that the new insurance arrangements are lawful and form part of efforts to improve its risk management system to protect its assets.
It further indicated that all contracts awarded so far have gone through the required approval processes by the Public Procurement Authority after receiving financial clearance from the Ministry of Finance.
The statement, signed by the Head of Corporate Affairs, Richard Ernest Kirk-Mensah, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
It added that management remains focused on delivering gas efficiently to meet the country’s energy needs while continuing to strengthen internal systems to ensure good corporate governance and compliance.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has clarified that it now supports the implementation of the Publican Artificial Intelligence system at the country’s ports, following earlier concerns raised in 2025.
In a press statement issued on April 9, the Association explained that claims suggesting it still opposes the system are misleading and based on outdated information from a December 18, 2025 media publication.
It noted that its earlier concerns were legitimate, pointing to a lack of stakeholder consultation, as well as issues related to data security, transparency, and system integration.
At the time, it called for broader engagement to ensure the system would be credible and beneficial to all stakeholders.
According to the statement, the Government of Ghana, through the Finance Ministry and the Ghana Revenue Authority, has since engaged industry players, including the Association, to address those concerns.
The Association described the engagements as constructive, indicating that they helped resolve key issues and showed government’s commitment to improving the system’s implementation.
As a result, it affirmed its support for the Publican AI system, which has already been rolled out at the ports.
The Association acknowledged that the system is facing some operational challenges but noted that such difficulties are common with major technological reforms.
It added that authorities are taking steps to resolve the issues.
It highlighted the potential benefits of the system, including improved revenue mobilisation, increased transparency, reduced revenue leakages, and a decline in unethical practices at the ports.
The statement cautioned the public against attempts by some individuals and groups to misrepresent its position, stressing that such actions undermine national progress.
It further emphasised that it will not allow itself to be used for propaganda or agendas that do not serve the interests of importers, exporters, and the wider economy.
The Executive Secretary of the Association, Samson Asaki Awingobit, signed the statement, reaffirming the group’s commitment to supporting reforms that improve efficiency at the ports and promote a fair trading environment.
By: Jacob Aggrey
