The National Communications Authority (NCA) has directed 62 non-compliant FM broadcasting stations to immediately suspend operations for violating regulatory requirements.
In a press release issued on June 12, 2025, the NCA cited persistent breaches of the Electronic Communications Regulations, 2011 (L.I. 1991) and the Conditions of their FM Broadcasting Authorisations.
The enforcement follows a directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, mandating strict adherence to licensing and operational standards in the broadcasting sector.
The affected stations fall into four categories: 28 stations operating with expired authorisations, 14 stations that failed to set up within two years of being licensed, 13 stations with unpaid provisional authorisation fees, and seven stations awaiting final authorisation. These violations include contraventions of Section 2(4) of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775) and Regulation 54 of L.I. 1991. The NCA emphasized that some stations had previously been ordered to cease operations in 2024 but continued broadcasting illegally.
While acknowledging the importance of radio in national development, the NCA warned that failure to comply with the suspension order would result in severe consequences, including potential revocation of licences. The Authority urged all broadcasters to rectify their infractions before resuming operations. A phased enforcement approach is being implemented, with this being the first wave of sanctions based on the Frequency Audit Report.
The NCA reassured the public of its commitment to maintaining order in the broadcasting industry and called on all licence holders to adhere to regulatory requirements. For further inquiries, affected stations and the public were directed to contact the NCA via its official channels. The move underscores the government’s push for accountability and compliance in Ghana’s media landscape.
