Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has issued a stern warning to DSTV, threatening to shut down the service in the country if the company fails to reduce its subscription prices.
In a statement released on his official X account on Friday, the minister expressed his frustration over what he described as DSTV’s disrespect toward Ghanaian citizens. George called on MultiChoice, the parent company of DSTV, to reduce its subscription fees, a move he said was necessary to address the concerns of Ghanaians.
In response, MultiChoice issued a statement on September 5, 2025, acknowledging the minister’s comments. The company clarified that while they continue to engage with the Ministry of Communication, they have not agreed to any price reduction.
“We continue to engage with the Minister in a bid to find an amicable solution that is beneficial for all parties involved but does not jeopardise the viability of the DStv service,” the statement said. “We will fully participate in the established Working Committee. However, we wish to clarify that MultiChoice Group has not agreed to a price reduction.”
The minister was quick to reiterate his position, stating, “Let me be clear, I have no intention to continue tolerating the disrespect to Ghanaians by DStv.”
George emphasized that if MultiChoice, which owns DSTV, refused to engage in meaningful discussions regarding a price reduction, the Ghanaian government would proceed with its regulatory enforcement. “If MultiChoice is not interested as they claim in their last statement, in discussing a reduction in prices as they had indicated to me, we would proceed to effect the shutdown tomorrow as indicated,” he declared.
The minister also made it clear that Ghana would not tolerate any company acting above the law. “When MultiChoice is ready to discuss price reduction, they can come to the negotiation table. Until then, there is nothing for both parties to meet over,” George warned, adding that the National Communications Authority (NCA) would carry out the shutdown if necessary.
George also emphasized that Ghana remains open to businesses that respect the country’s laws and regulations.
