ACCRA — Ghanaian DStv subscribers are in for a treat as Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations Samuel Nartey George unveiled a groundbreaking deal with MultiChoice Africa, promising between 33% and 50% increased value on packages effective October 1, 2025. The announcement, made at a press briefing on Monday, shifts focus from earlier price-cut demands to enhanced content offerings, delivering more channels and premium features at existing rates— a concession Hon. Samuel Nartey George hailed as “unprecedented” and exclusive to Ghana.
“MultiChoice Africa has committed to an unprecedented increase in value offer only in Ghana, which will result in Ghanaian DStv subscribers getting more services for less,” George stated, crediting tense negotiations that began with a government push for 30% improvements but yielded even better terms. The deal, stemming from a stakeholder committee review of DStv’s pricing and operations, addresses affordability woes amid Ghana’s economic rebound: The cedi’s 21% appreciation year-to-date has eased import costs, but household budgets remain squeezed by past inflation spikes.
Under the revamped structure, subscribers across bouquets gain automatic upgrades without price hikes:
- Padi (GH¢59): Upgraded to Access (GH¢99 value), adding 35 channels for 40% savings.
- Access (GH¢99): To Family (GH¢190 value), with 19 more channels and 48% savings.
- Family (GH¢190): To Compact (GH¢380 value), including 22 extra channels and live football—50% savings.
- Compact (GH¢380): To Compact Plus (GH¢570 value), gaining 12 channels for 33% savings.
- Compact Plus (GH¢570): To Premium (GH¢865 value), with 18 additional channels and 34% savings.
- Premium (GH¢865): Retains full access plus entry into contests for all-expenses-paid EPL match trips.
MultiChoice will also subsidize Zapper decoder and dish kits by GH¢555—halving costs for new users—tackling cross-border piracy concerns. George emphasized the Ghana-specific perks: “It’s unmatched anywhere else in Africa,” positioning the move as a win for consumers in a market where DStv dominates pay-TV.
The saga began with public outcry over hikes, prompting Hon. Sam George’s threats of regulatory action and a committee probe. A September poll showed 90% subscriber support for his stance, with 50% already viewing the service as value-driven despite costs. This resolution eases tensions.
