Sam George Announces Major Cut in MTN Fibre Broadband Prices
- Ghanaian State Minister, Sam George, has announced a major reduction in MTN fibre broadband prices
- Discussions between the government and MTN Ghana led to cheaper fibre broadband packages
- The revised pricing, according to the Communications Minister, will take effect from June 17, 2026
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced a significant reduction in unlimited fibre broadband prices across Ghana.
Source: UGC
The development followed extensive engagements between the government and telecom operator MTN Ghana to address growing consumer concerns over internet affordability.
Taking to social media on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Minister announced that prices for high-speed packages had dropped drastically.
According to the statement, a customer subscribing to a one-month unlimited 100 Mbps package will now pay GH¢299, down from the previous price of GH¢987.
New MTN fibre prices
The revised pricing structure introduces affordable rates across various packages.
Subscribers can now access a 300 Mbps unlimited broadband package for GH¢444 per month, while the premium 500 Mbps unlimited package has been fixed at GH¢999.
The minister emphasised that the intervention came as a direct answer to consumer complaints.
He commended MTN Ghana for listening to the public and collaborating with the state to improve service delivery.
The ministry reiterated its commitment to sustaining dialogue with other service providers to ensure competitive pricing.
The pricing slash is expected to provide financial relief to households, content creators, and remote workers who rely heavily on stable digital access.
"You demanded. We engaged. @MTNGhana has responded. Effective today, fibre broadband prices have crashed! I want to express my gratitude to the management and staff of MTN who have heeded our call for more affordable, stable and reliable fibre broadband. From the @MoCDTI, we will continue to push for better service packages for the Ghanaian people. For God and Country," the Minister wrote.
Read the details about the new MTN Fibre broadband prices in the X post below.
Amendment has not weakened anti-LGBTQ+ bill - George
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Samuel Nartey George had refuted claims by the Minority in Parliament that amendments to the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, have weakened its intended impact.
According to the Communications Minister and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ningo-Prampram, the legislation, popularly called the Anti-LGBTQ bill, remains firm on its core objectives despite recent changes.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
