Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed his commitment to reducing data prices in the country by the end of 2025.
Speaking at an event to commemorate World Telecommunications and Information Society Day, the minister outlined the progress made so far in achieving this goal.
A committee established in February 2025, comprising telecom companies, the National Communications Authority (NCA), and other sector players, has developed a roadmap to reduce data costs. The committee worked tirelessly for 13 days without receiving any payment from taxpayers.
According to Mr. George, “Based on that roadmap, I made the Director-General of the NCA and the regulator engage with stakeholders on what we could do in the immediate, medium term, and the long term.”
The minister expressed confidence in the technical expertise of the NCA to work with telecom companies to ensure the viability of businesses while providing customers with better value for their money.
He stated, “So to citizens of this country, my promise is that by the end of this year, we will see data prices drop, and I remain committed to it. We will deliver on that. I trust the process.”
To inform policy decisions, the ministry has partnered with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to conduct an independent study of tariffs in Ghana. The study is expected to provide a comprehensive report in eight weeks, which will guide the ministry’s policy decisions.
Sam George emphasized the importance of this study, saying, “I will not give directives that will affect the industry. What I will do is consult with industry and stakeholders and make decisions that protect investments in the country.”
The minister assured that his ministry will strike a balance between protecting investments in the country and ensuring customers receive quality service at affordable prices.
He stated, “I will also ensure that customers have the best quality of service and at prices they can afford.”
Mr. George also addressed misinformation on social media regarding his earlier statement on reducing data costs.
He humorously noted, “I have been trending over the weekend on Twitter, not necessarily for my looks or my work, but whether orchestrated or otherwise, people think that data prices must be cheaper by the stroke of my pen.”
He emphasized that reducing data prices requires a collaborative effort from all stakeholders.