In a significant announcement poised to reshape Ghana’s digital consumption, the Minister of Communication, Digitalisation and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, today confirmed an impending increase in the value of data bundles across the nation’s telecommunications networks. From July 1, 2025, consumers can expect to receive between 10% and 15% more data for their money, a move aimed at enhancing digital access and affordability.
The crucial development follows a series of extensive and collaborative engagements between the Ministry and the Chief Executive Officers of Ghana’s leading telecommunications companies. Minister George, speaking at a press briefing held in Accra on June 10, 2025, expressed his satisfaction with the outcome of these discussions, framing the agreement as a beneficial step for Ghanaian data users.
“I am pleased to announce that my engagement with the CEOs has resulted in the following specific measures, which are to take effect from Tuesday, 1st of July 2025,” Minister George stated. “A 10% increase in the data volume of all bundles currently offered by the networks.”
This blanket increase signals a commitment from the telcos to provide greater value to their subscribers. Beyond this general uplift, the Minister also highlighted the restoration of specific high-value bundles whose data allowances had seen significant reductions over recent years. This restoration is expected to particularly benefit heavy data users and businesses, who have previously voiced concerns over dwindling data quantities for fixed prices.
Providing concrete examples of the impending changes, Minister George detailed the specific adjustments for major network providers:
For AT (AirtelTigo), customers purchasing the GH¢400 bundle will see a substantial boost in their data allocation. Currently offering 195 gigabytes (GB), this specific bundle will, from July 1st, provide a generous 236 gigabytes of data. This represents a considerable increase in value for the same price point, empowering users with more connectivity.
Similarly, Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited – Telecel, is set to implement a 10% increase across all its existing data bundles. Furthermore, a highly anticipated restoration is on the horizon for Telecel’s GH¢400 bundle. This bundle, which presently offers 90 gigabytes, is slated to dramatically increase its value to 250 gigabytes from the 1st of July. Such a significant jump is expected to be well-received by Telecel’s subscriber base.
ScanCom Ghana Limited, operating as MTN, Ghana’s largest mobile network operator, will also participate in this nationwide value enhancement. MTN subscribers will experience a 15% increase in the data volume across all bundles currently on offer. In a move that directly addresses consumer feedback, Minister George also announced the reinstatement of the popular GH¢399 bundle. This bundle, which had recently been adjusted to a GH¢350 bundle offering 92.88 gigabytes, will henceforth be restored to a robust 214 gigabytes for GH¢399. This specific restoration is likely to be a major win for MTN’s high-usage customers who relied on the previous, more generous data allowance.
The Minister’s announcement underscores the government’s strategic focus on making digital services more accessible and affordable for Ghanaians. In an increasingly digitalized world, reliable and affordable internet access is no longer a luxury but a fundamental necessity for economic growth, education, and social inclusion. These adjustments in data bundle values are expected to support these broader national objectives.
To ensure strict adherence to these new directives, Minister Samuel Nartey George emphasized that robust sanctions will be applied to any telecommunications companies that fail to implement the revised rates and data volumes from the stipulated effective date. This firm stance signals the Ministry’s commitment to consumer protection and ensuring that the agreed-upon benefits are genuinely passed on to the public.
This collaborative effort between the government and telecommunications industry stakeholders marks a positive step towards improving the digital experience for millions of Ghanaians. As the nation continues its journey towards comprehensive digitalisation, ensuring fair value for essential services like internet data remains a paramount concern for both policymakers and consumers alike. The coming weeks will see eager anticipation as subscribers await the implementation of these new, enhanced data bundles.
Source: Thepressradio.com
