The number of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) contributing dividends to Ghana’s economy remains alarmingly low, with only three SOEs making payments in 2024. This was revealed by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson during a meeting to evaluate the performance of specified entities. Despite the government’s push for improved financial management and accountability, Ghana’s dividend-paying SOEs have stagnated at just three entities, highlighting the persistent struggles within the sector. According to Dr. Forson, the State Housing Company, Ghana Reinsurance Company, and TDC Development Company were the only SOEs that managed to pay dividends in 2024. Collectively, they contributed just GH¢28.7 million to the national coffers. This figure, while an improvement from previous years, remains modest given the significant government investments in SOEs. In comparison, only two SOEs—Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and Ghana Reinsurance Company—paid dividends in 2018. B...