Pay-TV operator, MultiChoice has dismissed claims that it has agreed to reduce subscription prices on its DStv service in Ghana, clarifying that no such arrangement has been reached with government.
The company’s response follows comments made by the Minister for Communications Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, suggesting that discussions with MultiChoice had led to a consensus on lowering fees for Ghanaian subscribers.
In a statement issued on Friday, MultiChoice said while it remains committed to constructive dialogue with the Minister and other stakeholders, its priority is to ensure that any decisions taken do not compromise the sustainability of its services in Ghana.
“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 read.
The company confirmed its willingness to fully participate in the newly established Working Committee set up to address concerns around pay-TV affordability. However, it insisted that reports of an agreed price reduction are inaccurate.
“We wish to clarify that MultiChoice Group has not agreed to a price reduction,” the company emphasized.
The clarification comes amid growing public debate over the rising cost of pay-TV subscriptions, with consumer groups and sections of parliament calling for interventions to make the service more affordable.
MultiChoice, which operates both DStv and GOtv platforms in Ghana, has in recent years cited foreign exchange volatility, inflation, and high operational costs as key factors influencing subscription fees.
The company assured subscribers and government of its continued commitment to dialogue, even as tensions around pricing persist.
Source: Newstitbits.com
