Minister Sam George to Set Up Committee to Reduce Data Costs.
Move Aimed at Making Data More Affordable for Ghanaians
Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans to establish an inter-ministerial committee to examine and address the high cost of data in Ghana.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, Sam George revealed that he had already given directives to the management of the Communications Ministry to begin the process, with the committee expected to be set up within the next 14 days.
Sam George emphasized his commitment to lowering data costs, expressing confidence that Ghanaians will begin to see changes before the end of the year. He also stressed the importance of engaging with key stakeholders, including telecom operators and industry regulators, to ensure that policy decisions are informed by industry insights.
The minister-designate reaffirmed his commitment to stakeholder engagement, noting that he had already met with telecom CEOs to discuss his policy intentions. He assured that he would maintain open channels of communication with industry players, fostering a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding.
Sam George described his leadership approach as a reset for Ghana’s digital economy, ensuring that decisions are made in collaboration with industry stakeholders. He emphasized that his policy decisions would be guided by engagement with key stakeholders, particularly telecom operators and industry regulators.
By establishing the inter-ministerial committee, Sam George aims to create a more affordable and accessible digital economy in Ghana. With the committee’s expertise and input from industry stakeholders, he is confident that significant progress can be made in reducing data costs and promoting a more vibrant digital economy.
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