Minister Reaffirms Stance as MultiChoice Clarifies Position on DStv Prices in Ghana
In its 5th September statement, MultiChoice clarified that while it remains committed to engaging with the government on issues surrounding DStv services, the company “has not agreed to a price reduction."
Tensions between MultiChoice and the Government of Ghana have deepened following a response from the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, to a media statement released by MultiChoice Ghana.
In its 5th September statement, MultiChoice clarified that while it remains committed to engaging with the government on issues surrounding DStv services, the company “has not agreed to a price reduction.” The pay-TV operator emphasized its willingness to participate in the established Working Committee but insisted that any resolution must not jeopardize the viability of its business in Ghana.
Minister Samuel Nartey George, however, hit back strongly, accusing MultiChoice of disrespecting Ghanaians. In a post shared on his official platform, the Minister warned that the government would proceed with enforcement measures if the company does not honor commitments previously made regarding price reductions.
“Let me be clear, I have no intention to continue tolerating the disrespect to Ghanaians by DStv,” he stated. He added that MultiChoice had earlier expressed willingness to engage the Ministry on pricing concerns and requested a stay of enforcement action, but if their position has now shifted, “we would proceed to effect the shutdown tomorrow as indicated.”
The Minister stressed that no company is above the law and reaffirmed that the National Communications Authority (NCA) would carry out enforcement if MultiChoice fails to comply. “When MultiChoice is ready to discuss price reduction, they can come to the negotiation table. Until then, there is nothing for us to meet over,” he warned.
The standoff underscores growing regulatory pressure on foreign service providers in Ghana, with authorities signaling a firmer stance on consumer protection and affordability in the pay-TV market.
