68th Independence day: Mahama directs Telcos to discount data packages; GHS10 now 6GB

As Ghana celebrates its 68th Independence Day, President John Dramani Mahama has directed telecommunications companies to discount data packages for consumers nationwide.

The announcement was made by Communications Minister, Sam Nartey George in a social media post highlighting the government’s commitment to digitalization and expanding internet accessibility for all Ghanaians.

His post read:

“Under the instructions of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, we have reached a special Independence Day bundle package on all three networks in the country.

All three telecom companies – MTN Ghana, Telecel Ghana, and AT Ghana – have agreed to offer a GHS10 bundle, which would provide 6GB of data instead of the usual 1GB regular offering or 3GB offerings on holidays for the same price.

This highlights our commitment as a government to build the enablers for a truly digitalized Ghana that offers the vast opportunity of the interconnected world to Ghanaians right in the comfort of their homes.

Tomorrow, the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations would outline short, medium, and long-term plans towards a sustained reduction in data prices.

In service to God and Country.”

The initiative aims to enhance digital inclusion by making internet access more affordable, allowing more Ghanaians to benefit from online opportunities.

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations is expected to provide further details on future plans for data price reductions.