'It's not going to work' – Sam George warns DStv over pushback on rate reduction

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FRANKIE 6 months ago

I wish all DSTV subscribers in Ghana will boycott their services for just a month, especially now that the English Premier League is about to start so we see if they'll capitulate. On the other, is it not possible to get comp ...
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I wish all DSTV subscribers in Ghana will boycott their services for just a month, especially now that the English Premier League is about to start so we see if they'll capitulate. On the other, is it not possible to get competition to force DSTV to reduce its prices?
Dr Mumbi Seraki 6 months ago

Hello youth of Ghana. You can take your own life with medicine....for instance 10 paracetamol at once........ or combine medicine and akpeteshie or weedicide.

Hello youth of Ghana. You can take your own life with medicine....for instance 10 paracetamol at once........ or combine medicine and akpeteshie or weedicide.
Kwabena Ansa. 6 months ago

Mumbi Seraki, are you a Board Certified Medical Doctor or a quack with no medical professional training? If you are a Board Certified, your Medical License ought to be withdrawn because a Medical Doctor's professional respons ...
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Mumbi Seraki, are you a Board Certified Medical Doctor or a quack with no medical professional training? If you are a Board Certified, your Medical License ought to be withdrawn because a Medical Doctor's professional responsibility is to save people's lives, not to push them to their death.
The Motherland 6 months ago

Oh say that again, this idiotic quack aka Mumbi Seraki continues to harp on his pet mischief. I wonder why he wouldn't serve himself a dose of his own prescription, so that people can be rid of a vermin like him, then we will ...
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Oh say that again, this idiotic quack aka Mumbi Seraki continues to harp on his pet mischief. I wonder why he wouldn't serve himself a dose of his own prescription, so that people can be rid of a vermin like him, then we will be free from his stupid suicidal ideation.
Isaac Kusi, Bronx, NY. 6 months ago

Please visit www.panafbooks.com and read Neo-colonialism, the last stage of imperialism. Some chapters were devoted to Harry Oppenheimer and AngloAmerican Corp. This companies have been evading or manipulating our laws and ge ...
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Please visit www.panafbooks.com and read Neo-colonialism, the last stage of imperialism. Some chapters were devoted to Harry Oppenheimer and AngloAmerican Corp. This companies have been evading or manipulating our laws and getting away with it. They connive with local entities to the detriment of the masses. They have monopolized the market for too long, but this time, they've been cornered. The minister must stand his grounds without compromise.
INYERNET IS TOO EXPENSIVE IN GHANA. 6 months ago

INTERNET IS TOO EXPENSIVE IN GHANA DEAL WITH THE INTERNET COMPANIES TOO!

INTERNET IS TOO EXPENSIVE IN GHANA DEAL WITH THE INTERNET COMPANIES TOO!
Bustan 6 months ago

Yes i agree , we should boycott DSTv.# boycott DSTV.

Yes i agree , we should boycott DSTv.# boycott DSTV.
Haooo 6 months ago

More Vim bro... solidly behind you.

More Vim bro... solidly behind you.
Nick 6 months ago

But why will they even want to make this a diplomatic issue. DSTV do not respect Ghanaian consumers at all and all they care about is making profit

But why will they even want to make this a diplomatic issue. DSTV do not respect Ghanaian consumers at all and all they care about is making profit
Bitter truth 6 months ago

Sam George, why are u allowing a foreign company to be back and forth with u..shut it down..why will u allow a total disrespect from a foreign company that do not respect your office and Ghanians as a whole..shut it down..thi ...
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Sam George, why are u allowing a foreign company to be back and forth with u..shut it down..why will u allow a total disrespect from a foreign company that do not respect your office and Ghanians as a whole..shut it down..this is not time to be back and forth..Ghana is their cash cow..they don’t make money in the other African countries as compared to Ghana..show them power and stop being back and forth with them..Why must DSTV challenge a whole communication ministry..Sam George, u told Ghanians on the 9th august, 2025, DSTV will be shut down, why are they still operating since they refuse to obey rules of Ghana..don’t be that cheap..shut it down..the talking is becoming too much..

No pain no gain 6 months ago

He should keep his foot on their neck to reduce their prices 30% they are taking Ghanaians for fools

He should keep his foot on their neck to reduce their prices 30% they are taking Ghanaians for fools
Jah Cure 6 months ago

Bitter Truth,I 100% agree with the views you have eloquently expressed.Cheers!

Bitter Truth,I 100% agree with the views you have eloquently expressed.Cheers!
Bons 6 months ago

The 2 Sams will bring ndc down and unfortunately the people of the nation will bear the cost of their reckless handling of affairs. It doesn't matter how much dstv charges its a private company and forces nobody to subscribe ...
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The 2 Sams will bring ndc down and unfortunately the people of the nation will bear the cost of their reckless handling of affairs. It doesn't matter how much dstv charges its a private company and forces nobody to subscribe to its services. This disguised price control and it is dangerous. Can anyone who knows this guy to seek the works of Marcus Aurelius one of the greatest emperors that ever lived. He walked around all day with a slave walking next to him all day too. The only job of the slave was to whisper in the ears of the k8ng from time to time.........rember king.....you are nothing but a man.
No pain no gain 6 months ago

No wonder they say most Africans are fools, look utter stupidity from this Bons chap.

No wonder they say most Africans are fools, look utter stupidity from this Bons chap.
Bitter truth 6 months ago

Such stupid people like u@Bons should not be allowed to stay in Ghana..u are utterly disgraceful and purely stupid for public discussion..as a Govt, they have a responsibility to protect consumers(citizens) from being cheated ...
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Such stupid people like u@Bons should not be allowed to stay in Ghana..u are utterly disgraceful and purely stupid for public discussion..as a Govt, they have a responsibility to protect consumers(citizens) from being cheated by companies either foreign or local companies..people like u have mental problems and don’t need to engage in public discussion ..we are not in a banana republic, just as the govt gave them licenses, the govt has an obligation to make sure fair pricing is being given to consumers..have u heard about price control..the fact that u are selling a product as a company doesn’t mean u can cheat the consumers..then why do we vote for a Govt if any company can do whatever they please as a fool like u is saying..dumb ass, stop talking about national issues
Bons 6 months ago

Its a shame u show how you dont seem to understand how free market economies work. Boss we dont own the company its a private entity. Smaller nations a launching satellite into space so they get better communication what hav ...
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Its a shame u show how you dont seem to understand how free market economies work. Boss we dont own the company its a private entity. Smaller nations a launching satellite into space so they get better communication what have we done ? Nothing. Tell the government to invest in telecom i infrastructure and see how our rates will drop. You know they can pack up and leave too right.
Thomas Aboagye 6 months ago

Nonsense, so if private companies are robbing Ghanaians, the minster in charge of the implicated portfolio should ignore it bcos private companies depend on markets for their profitability.

Nonsense, so if private companies are robbing Ghanaians, the minster in charge of the implicated portfolio should ignore it bcos private companies depend on markets for their profitability.
McCoy 6 months ago

Who is even begging them. Park your foolishness somewhere

Who is even begging them. Park your foolishness somewhere
Good Citizen 6 months ago

Bons, we understand how free market works. But we also understand how regulations works.

Bons, we understand how free market works. But we also understand how regulations works.
Bright 6 months ago

@Bons talk sense small.

@Bons talk sense small.

p 6 months ago

Oh mine, so when shall we stop this foolish way of thinking. We never want anything good. Sorry for you, think

Oh mine, so when shall we stop this foolish way of thinking. We never want anything good. Sorry for you, think
McCoy 6 months ago

U are a big fool

U are a big fool
Kwasi 6 months ago

Close them down Mr God.

Close them down Mr God.
Yaw 6 months ago

This parrot is being guided by common sense and lacks wisdom.

This parrot is being guided by common sense and lacks wisdom.
SERWAA BRONI GHANA 6 months ago

Ghana now has a minister

Ghana now has a minister
Kwame panin 6 months ago

stupid n inexperienced. This can be solved without all the unnecessary noise.

stupid n inexperienced. This can be solved without all the unnecessary noise.
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Jonas 6 months ago

I've stopped using dstv and now using Amazon IPTV fire stick. All channels including even dstv. All you need is a good Internet service to watch everything. The programme is downloaded on the stick to watch. So many channels ...
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I've stopped using dstv and now using Amazon IPTV fire stick. All channels including even dstv. All you need is a good Internet service to watch everything. The programme is downloaded on the stick to watch. So many channels it's even difficult to scroll through all!!!
Slim 6 months ago

DStv, wake up!

DStv, wake up!
Bright 6 months ago

Go go go, Sam Dzata George. I am patiently waiting for them to reduce before I renew my subscription.

Go go go, Sam Dzata George. I am patiently waiting for them to reduce before I renew my subscription.

Tom Boy Jones 6 months ago

How dumb! Ask the minister to bring another company if not I hope dstv increase it more bcos of people like you!

How dumb! Ask the minister to bring another company if not I hope dstv increase it more bcos of people like you!
Obroniba 6 months ago

Sam Dzata G, majority of Ghanaians are solidly behind you and your ministry to force those thieves to do the needful or pack out. Only wise people shall remain and understand your directive. That era of exploitation is over a ...
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Sam Dzata G, majority of Ghanaians are solidly behind you and your ministry to force those thieves to do the needful or pack out. Only wise people shall remain and understand your directive. That era of exploitation is over and never again. Resetting Ghana is in progress and absolutely nothing can stop a moving train. I salute you, Sam Dzata G
Kwabena Ansa. 6 months ago

Sam George, as you can see from the public comments, Ghanaian consumers are solidly behind you in your push for a rate reduction for them.
One salient point that baffles me is whether the original Agreement gives DStv a Mono ...
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Sam George, as you can see from the public comments, Ghanaian consumers are solidly behind you in your push for a rate reduction for them.
One salient point that baffles me is whether the original Agreement gives DStv a Monopoly. If that is the case, then Sam George, it is about time to call for the renegotiation of the Agreement. Even though your action may incur International recriminations and outcries, that shouldn't be a concern as long as you know from the deepest of your heart that you are standing and fighting for the people. On the other hand, if the agreement is silent on Monopoly, you have no choice but to look around the Globe for other providers willing to come and provide service to Ghanaians.
Lastly, Sam George, whether the Monopoly is embedded in the Agreement or not, the Country needs other service providers to counter any ugly price gouging. I wish you the best and hope you'll stand firm on your principles and not let Ghanaians down.
Sam 6 months ago

Please mtn cheating their customers
They needs to be check as well

Please mtn cheating their customers
They needs to be check as well
Betty 6 months ago

Solid Sam George

Solid Sam George
Ken 6 months ago

@bons u are an idiot

@bons u are an idiot
Tom Boy Jones 6 months ago

Somebody stop this joker! Bring the competition to dstv! What is with the threats! I hope Multichoice packs away and I know others will start soon! Every time NDC is in office foreign company just fold and leave!

Somebody stop this joker! Bring the competition to dstv! What is with the threats! I hope Multichoice packs away and I know others will start soon! Every time NDC is in office foreign company just fold and leave!
Razal Sheiba 6 months ago

I don't understand this DSTV people. Reduce your charges, more customers will come in and you will make more money. See, DSTV compact is GHC 380.00 a month,say multiplied by 100 customers=GHC 38,000.00

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I don't understand this DSTV people. Reduce your charges, more customers will come in and you will make more money. See, DSTV compact is GHC 380.00 a month,say multiplied by 100 customers=GHC 38,000.00

Now assuming DSTV reduce their charges and compact is now GHC GHC 250.00 with 100 more subscribers coming to join the existing 100 giving them GHC 250 multiplied by 200 subscribers= GHC 50,000.00
Which of these 2 scenarios is more profitable?
The fact that DSTV Ghana keeps calling their subscribers anytime they fail to renew their subscription should tell them their charges are high. Apart from football and Nat Geo wild, what again?
Question is why can't Ghanaian business tycoons like Osei kwame despite, Kennedy Agyapong, Joseph Siaw Agyapong (Zoom lion), Sam jonah, Ibrahim Mahama ( engineers and planners), Kweku Oteng, Cheddar etc come in with an alternative to DSTV.
What is it that South Africa has which Ghana doesn't have for DSTV to be bullying us?
Watchman 6 months ago

DSTV is robbing Ghanaians. The number of useless channels they offer subscribers do not profit anybody. To pay £43 a month for DSTV subscription is criminal. I live in London. I pay £75 a year for my cable subscription and ...
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DSTV is robbing Ghanaians. The number of useless channels they offer subscribers do not profit anybody. To pay £43 a month for DSTV subscription is criminal. I live in London. I pay £75 a year for my cable subscription and I watch every pay per view sports in the world.
Watchman 6 months ago

Well done Dzata. Do not relent. You deserve the name Dzata.

Well done Dzata. Do not relent. You deserve the name Dzata.
Kofi Seaman. 6 months ago

Good job,Hon George. Do not let their actions sway you. Stay committed and make sure they follow your directive. They have been milking the people for far too long..
I must say that the honorable minister should have being a ...
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Good job,Hon George. Do not let their actions sway you. Stay committed and make sure they follow your directive. They have been milking the people for far too long..
I must say that the honorable minister should have being at post much earlier.
Azure 6 months ago

Hon., goooo ahead and let them comply or get them suspended. Who born dog? Whooo born dooooog?

Hon., goooo ahead and let them comply or get them suspended. Who born dog? Whooo born dooooog?
modinsane 6 months ago

Mr.Minister,Competition,Competition,Competition.Bring in some other companies to compete them and wait see for the results.

Mr.Minister,Competition,Competition,Competition.Bring in some other companies to compete them and wait see for the results.
Bustan 6 months ago

Finally we have a minister who's going to fight for Ghanaians. Please mr Minister don't back down DSTV has been cheating us for soo long.

Finally we have a minister who's going to fight for Ghanaians. Please mr Minister don't back down DSTV has been cheating us for soo long.
Dallas1 6 months ago

The people at DSTV thought they were still dealing with the corrupt administrators of the previous NPP government.

The people at DSTV thought they were still dealing with the corrupt administrators of the previous NPP government.
Mensa 6 months ago

I hope this Dstv salvation will ultimately be in the interest of customers.This is because the recent data adjustments by the Telcos didn't help much.Many people,myself included can swear that they only adjusted the "data van ...
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I hope this Dstv salvation will ultimately be in the interest of customers.This is because the recent data adjustments by the Telcos didn't help much.Many people,myself included can swear that they only adjusted the "data vanish button" to "RUN FASTER THAN BEFORE"
More encouragement needed 6 months ago

Dzata! More fire! They have to work with us, it's our country.

Dzata! More fire! They have to work with us, it's our country.
Pablo 6 months ago

NOW ghana independence Square has turned to Market area for phones sellers and coconut sellers
Heaping dirty everywhere. AMA BOSS .GREA ACCRA MINISTER Can't you see ur self. Major of Accra.Action need to be taken now else b ...
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NOW ghana independence Square has turned to Market area for phones sellers and coconut sellers
Heaping dirty everywhere. AMA BOSS .GREA ACCRA MINISTER Can't you see ur self. Major of Accra.Action need to be taken now else by 10 yrs nobody can not sack them.
Complete BS ** 6 months ago

Well done Sam George *

Well done Sam George *
Say it loud 6 months ago

I love this young man. Very bold and consistent. DSTv must do the needful or else we kick them out of Ghana. We are solidly behind Hon. Sam Dzata George.

I love this young man. Very bold and consistent. DSTv must do the needful or else we kick them out of Ghana. We are solidly behind Hon. Sam Dzata George.
Eddie 6 months ago

The public should boycott DSTV. In fact there should a demonstration for DSTV unreasonable high cost which they cannot justify. They should suspend their licence and they can leave Ghana as others are waiting to fill the gap. ...
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The public should boycott DSTV. In fact there should a demonstration for DSTV unreasonable high cost which they cannot justify. They should suspend their licence and they can leave Ghana as others are waiting to fill the gap. They are pure thieves and Ghanaians we only talk talk and cannot talk against the thievery companies. We should support the Minister as DSTV doing unfair practice to Ghanaians when it comes to pricing in comparison to other countries. Bad bad bad. Minister we support you 100%
Sammy 6 months ago

Hon Sam we support you 100% for ur good work. Is too much they're Sterling Ghanaians NPP does not do anything. Even if you can reduce it more than that we support you. Great job

Hon Sam we support you 100% for ur good work. Is too much they're Sterling Ghanaians NPP does not do anything. Even if you can reduce it more than that we support you. Great job
Sticko 6 months ago

Please stand your ground, don’t back down if they don’t comply they can leave the country…

Please stand your ground, don’t back down if they don’t comply they can leave the country…
Observer 6 months ago

Football is a big form of entertainment but is it a necessity? NO! If DStv thinks they are enjoying monopoly and so will misbehave, send them packing.

Football is a big form of entertainment but is it a necessity? NO! If DStv thinks they are enjoying monopoly and so will misbehave, send them packing.
Samurai 6 months ago

Massa concentrate on the bad networks of the telcos and stop this dstv obsession!!!

Massa concentrate on the bad networks of the telcos and stop this dstv obsession!!!
Frank 6 months ago

Thank you Kwabena Ansa

Thank you Kwabena Ansa
Frederick antwi in New Jersey USA. 6 months ago

Yes he can shutdown dstv easily as a sector minister

Yes he can shutdown dstv easily as a sector minister

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