NCA to Recover Fines from MultiChoice Ghana Over DStv Pricing Dispute
The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed that the National Communications Authority (NCA) is fully empowered to recover fines imposed on MultiChoice Ghana for failing to comply with regulatory directives. At a press briefing, Mr. George disclosed that the pay-TV operator had delayed in submitting a detailed breakdown of its bouquet pricing structure. This delay triggered penalties of GH¢10,000 per day for 24 days, in line with the Electronic Communications Act. “The NCA still has the mandate to collect what is due—10,000 cedis a day, over 24 days—from MultiChoice for failing to provide the requested information within the stipulated time,” the Minister stated. The dispute stems from concerns over the cost of DStv subscriptions in Ghana and a suspension notice earlier issued to the company. On August 4, the NCA requested detailed cost build-up […]
