MTN pays over GH¢5bn in dividends to shareholders for 2025

MTN Ghana has announced a substantial final dividend payment of GHS0.40 per share for the 2025 financial year, bringing the total dividend payout to GHS5,294,470,020. The declaration underscores the company’s strong financial performance and reinforces its position as one of the most consistent dividend-paying firms on the Ghana Stock Exchange.

The dividend proposal was first approved by the company’s Board of Directors during a meeting held on February 26, 2026, reflecting confidence in the company’s earnings growth, cash flow strength, and overall financial stability. The recommendation was subsequently presented to shareholders for approval at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the UPSA Auditorium.

During the AGM, shareholders unanimously passed an ordinary resolution to approve the dividend payment, formally declaring the distribution of GHS0.40 per share. The resolution confirmed the total payout of over GHS5.29 billion for the 2025 financial year, marking one of the largest single dividend distributions in Ghana’s corporate sector. This outcome reflects strong investor confidence in the company’s operational performance and long-term growth strategy.

According to details contained in the company’s 2025 Annual Report, all shareholders whose names appear in the books of Scancom PLC at the close of business on Thursday, March 26, 2026, will be eligible to receive the final dividend. The ex-dividend date has been set for Tuesday, March 24, 2026. This means that investors who purchased shares before this date qualify for the dividend, while those who acquire shares on or after the ex-dividend date will not be entitled to the payout.

To ensure efficiency and convenience, MTN Ghana has indicated that dividend payments will be made electronically. On Friday, April 10, 2026, the net dividend amounts will be credited directly to shareholders’ registered bank accounts or mobile money wallets. This approach reflects the company’s broader digital transformation strategy and commitment to leveraging technology to improve shareholder services.

Beyond the dividend announcement, the AGM also addressed several important corporate governance matters. Shareholders re-elected key members of the board who had retired by rotation, ensuring continuity in leadership and strategic direction. Antoinette Kwofie was re-elected as an Executive Director of Scancom PLC, while Kofi Dadzie and Felix Addo were both re-elected as Independent Non-Executive Directors. Their continued presence on the board is expected to support effective oversight, governance, and strategic decision-making.

In addition, shareholders approved the remuneration package for Non-Executive Directors, authorising a total payment of GHS13,715,216. This amount is subject to adjustments in the event that additional Non-Executive Directors are appointed or if extra board, committee, or ad hoc meetings are convened during the year. The approval reflects the company’s adherence to corporate governance best practices, including transparency in board compensation.

The outcomes of the AGM highlight MTN Ghana’s dual focus on delivering strong financial returns to shareholders while maintaining robust governance structures. The company’s ability to generate significant profits and return value through dividends is closely tied to its dominant position in Ghana’s telecommunications sector, where it continues to lead in voice, data, and mobile financial services.

MTN Ghana’s consistent dividend payments have made it a preferred stock among both institutional and retail investors, contributing to its strong performance on the Ghana Stock Exchange. The scale of the 2025 dividend payout not only reinforces investor confidence but also signals the company’s resilience and ability to navigate economic challenges while sustaining profitability.

Furthermore, the company’s commitment to electronic dividend payments aligns with broader trends in financial inclusion and digitalisation in Ghana. By leveraging mobile money and banking platforms, MTN Ghana is not only improving convenience for shareholders but also supporting the country’s transition toward a more digitised financial ecosystem.

As the company looks ahead, the strong financial results and governance decisions announced at the AGM position MTN Ghana to maintain its leadership in the telecommunications industry while continuing to deliver value to shareholders and contribute to Ghana’s economic development.