Govt, to Crush Piracy with Affordable Access Packages in partnership with MultiChoice

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has announced a multi-agency effort to combat movie piracy in Ghana, targeting illegal streaming devices known as "ghost boxes." During a press conference on Monday, October 26, 2026, sector minister Hon. Samuel Nartey George stressed that the government's strategy is not only about adding value but also focuses on aggressively cleaning up the digital ecosystem.

Key regulatory bodies, including the Cyber Security Authority, have reviewed proposed technological solutions to combat piracy and confirmed them as viable and feasible. The ministry has also engaged in discussions with Canal Plus, the new partner of MultiChoice, to ensure that citizens have affordable alternatives. The minister emphasized that while strict enforcement is necessary, it should be balanced with economic accessibility, stating, "If you're going to make it a high-risk enterprise for people to use pirated access, then you must make it a low-entry asset for everybody."

As part of the partnership, specialized, Ghana-specific packages will be rolled out by the Canal Plus/MultiChoice team, providing citizens with legitimate, low-cost viewing options.