The Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations is trying to reduce data prices by the end of 2025.
The sector Minister, Samuel Nartey George, stated that a committee established in February 2025 had devised a roadmap that would result in a cut in data prices.
Mr George stated that the group, which includes telecom providers, the National Communications Authority (NCA), and other industry stakeholders, worked for 13 days without receiving any money from taxpayers.
“Based on that roadmap, I directed the Director-General of the NCA and the regulator to consult with stakeholders on what we could do in the short, medium, and long term.
“So, to the residents of this country, my commitment is that by the end of this year, data prices would be reduced, and I remain dedicated to it. We will follow through on that. “I trust the process,” he said.
The minister, who is also a Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, spoke at an event to honour this year’s World Telecommunications and Information Society.
Day at a ceremony in Accra last Monday on the theme of “Gender equality in digital transformation”.
He claimed that a previous statement he made about striving to cut data prices had been misconstrued on social media.
“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 joked.
He expressed confidence in the regulator’s technical competence to engage with telecom companies to maintain corporate viability while also ensuring that customers receive greater value for their money.
Tariff Report
The minister stated that his organisation had also commissioned the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to conduct an impartial examination of tariffs in the country and provide a report in eight weeks.
Mr George stated that this would enable the ministry to align the report with that of the NCA and make an informed policy choice.
“I will not give directives that will affect the industry. I plan to consult with industry and stakeholders before making decisions that will protect the country’s investments.
“I will also ensure that customers have the best quality of service and at prices they can afford,” according to him.
