The Ghanaian government and South African service provider MultiChoice are embroiled in a dispute over a recent price hike for DSTV services.
In August 2025, the government ordered MultiChoice to cut its subscription prices by 30% or face suspension of its broadcasting license, with a daily fine of GHC 10,000 for non-compliance.
The directive followed concerns that prices in Ghana were disproportionately high compared to other African markets, despite the strong performance of the local currency.
After initial reports that MultiChoice had agreed to reduce prices following a meeting with Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Sam George, the company backtracked, stating it had not agreed to any price reduction.
In response, the Minister warned that Ghana would not tolerate “disrespect” and would enforce its earlier decision, including shutting down DSTV services if necessary.
The price dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the Ghanaian government and MultiChoice, with the government seeking to protect consumers from what it sees as unjustified price increases.
