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