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MultiChoice Ghana (DStv) has begun receiving a statutory fine of GHC10,000 per day from the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations for failing to provide vital pricing data as required by the Electronic Communications Act (ECA).
Friday, August 15, 2025 marked the effective date of the penalty.
Hon. Sector Minister On Thursday, August 14, Samuel Nartey George (MP) made the announcement during a meeting with the DStv team at the Ministry. He explained that the requested data — including a breakdown of bouquet prices, tax components, and comparisons with at least six other African countries was essential to support meaningful engagement on reducing subscription fees for Ghanaian customers.
According to the Minister, DStv had been granted an extension until Monday, August 11, 2025, to provide the information, but failed to meet the deadline.
The Ministry had earlier warned that if no price reduction was achieved by September 6, 2025, DStv’s operating license could be suspended. This followed the company’s refusal to commit to lowering subscription fees despite the Ministry’s proposals.
The Minister further assured that once the data is submitted, it will undergo an objective review.
Source: myghanadaily
