The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has activated strict enforcement measures against MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv, for breaching the Electronic Communications Act (ECA) by failing to submit key pricing data.
Effective Friday, August 15, 2025, the company faces a statutory penalty of GHC10,000 per day until it complies with the regulator’s demand.
Announcing the move, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), said the sanctions are part of government’s broader efforts to protect consumers from unfair pricing in the pay-TV sector.
He explained that the Ministry had requested a detailed breakdown of DStv’s bouquet prices, associated tax components, and comparative subscription rates from at least six African countries to assess the fairness of the Ghanaian pricing structure.
“Without this data, we cannot hold a meaningful conversation about affordability,” the Minister stated. “The law is clear, and we will enforce it. If necessary, we can freeze accounts to safeguard consumer interests.”
MultiChoice was granted an extension until August 11, 2025, but missed the deadline. Despite repeated engagements, the company has not furnished the information.
Government has already warned that DStv’s license could be suspended by September 6, 2025 if the pay-TV provider fails to reduce subscription rates.
Hon. Nartey George emphasized that once the data is submitted, it will undergo an objective review.
“If the evidence shows that taxes are the sole driver of high prices, I will advocate for tax relief. If not, DStv will be compelled to adjust its fees,” he assured.
The standoff signals the Ministry’s growing resolve to tackle rising subscription costs and marks a significant test of Ghana’s consumer protection framework in the digital economy.
