The Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Digitalization and Commerce, Mr. Salisu Alhassan, has commended the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations for what she describes as a “bold and people-centered move” in ensuring better data value for Ghanaians
His statement follows the implementation of the Ministry’s directive, effective July 1, which mandates all major telecom operators—MTN Ghana, Telecel Ghana, and AT Ghana—to increase data bundle volumes by at least 10% at no additional cost to consumers.
“This is a major win for digital inclusion and consumer protection,” Mr. Salisu said in a media release issued on Tuesday. “Minister Samuel Nartey George and his team have taken a decisive step to restore fairness in a market that had become increasingly unbalanced. The Chamber fully supports this directive and encourages further collaboration with industry stakeholders to sustain the momentum.”
Mr. Salisu noted that access to affordable and high-quality data is critical to Ghana’s digital transformation, especially for small businesses, students, and entrepreneurs who rely heavily on the internet for growth and learning.
“From 195GB to 236GB for GH¢400—this is not just an adjustment; it’s a signal that government is listening and acting in the public interest,” he emphasized.
He also praised the Ministry’s broader reform agenda, including its efforts to engage the Finance and Energy Ministries to rationalise taxes and utility tariffs in the sector.
“The nearly 39% tax burden on digital services is unsustainable. If this government can tackle that, we will unlock even greater potential for innovation and competitiveness,” he added.
The Chamber reiterated its commitment to working with government and telecom operators to ensure the digital economy thrives—one where value, access, and transparency remain the foundation.
As Ghanaians begin to experience enhanced data value from this week, industry watchers say this move could mark a turning point in consumer trust and digital accessibility across the country.
