Invitation for Comments – Value Added Services Guidelines
Invitation for Comments – Value Added Services Guidelines
January 6, 2026 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) intends to introduce guidelines for the provision of Value-Added services, 2025 under section 3(r) of the National Communications Authority Act 2008, Act 769. The purpose of the guidelines is to provide clarity on the regulatory framework for Value Added services in Ghana.
In line with our mandate under Section 27 of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775) and Section 4.1 of the National Telecommunications Policy 2005 (NTP’05), we invite views and comments from Licensed Telecom Network Service Providers, Value Added Service Providers, other Licensed Communications Service Providers, Broadcasters, consumers of Information and Communication Technology services, and the general public regarding the guidelines for communications value added services.
The public consultation begins on 6th January, 2026 and shall expire on 4th February, 2026.
All submissions must include a completed response cover sheet (refer to Page iii of attached documents).
All responses/comments should be submitted as email attachments in Microsoft Word format to vas@nca.org.gh
We encourage respondents to specify the sections with which they agree or disagree. Where a respondent disagrees, provide a rationale with supporting evidence.
In the interest of transparency, all responses will be considered non-confidential and will be published on our website upon receipt.
By submitting your response, you grant the NCA the right to use the copyright and any associated intellectual property contained in your submission to meet its legal obligations.
Following the conclusion of the public consultation, the NCA will finalise the Guidelines for Communications Value-Added Services and gazette same.
Download the draft Guidelines below:
