The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is projecting improved financial performance in 2026, following a significant increase in mineral royalty inflows recorded last year.
Chief Executive Officer Justina Nelson disclosed that the fund is building on strategies implemented in 2025, which pushed royalties to GH¢5.43 billion, up from GH¢3.91 billion in 2024. She expressed confidence that the growth trajectory will be sustained.
“Based on the strategies in the previous year, we are very sure of moving to higher levels this year,” she said during an engagement with editors in Accra.
The meeting, described as the first of its kind between MIIF and senior media practitioners, was organised to deepen understanding of the fund’s operations and address misconceptions surrounding its mandate. Discussions focused on MIIF’s legal framework, including its establishing legislation and subsequent amendments, as well as its medium-term strategy for 2026 to 2028.
Officials used the platform to clarify concerns about mineral royalty management and correct what they described as persistent misinformation in sections of the media.
According to Ms Nelson, closer collaboration with the media is essential to enhancing public awareness of how Ghana’s mineral resources are managed. She encouraged journalists to engage the fund directly for accurate information when needed.
Supporting this position, Director of Corporate Affairs Charles Benoni Okine said the initiative aims to promote transparency and shed light on areas of the fund’s work that are often misunderstood.
Providing further insight, Head of Legal Tuinese Edward Amuzu revealed that royalties from manganese and quarry operations recorded notable increases in 2025, largely due to improved monitoring mechanisms.
Meanwhile, Chief Technical Officer Kwabena Barning reaffirmed the fund’s mandate as a strategic vehicle for managing Ghana’s mineral income. He stressed that MIIF remains focused on maximising returns while upholding transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability. He added that the fund also serves as a buffer for the economy by helping to cushion the impact of fluctuations in commodity prices.
The engagement comes as MIIF moves to expand its investment portfolio and strengthen oversight within the mining sector, positioning itself as a key driver of resource-based economic growth.
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