Government receives US$ 35 million dividend from Perseus Mining Ghana Limited

By Victoria Agyemang, GNA Cape Coast, Sept 02, GNA – Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has received a GHS391 million (US$35 million) dividend payment from Perseus Mining Ghana Limited (PMGL), representing the Government of Ghana’s entitlement as a ten per cent shareholder in the company.

The presentation of the GHS391 million dividend therefore marked not only a financial return to the government but also renewed calls for a stronger partnership between the State and mining companies to ensure that Ghana’s mineral wealth delivers sustainable benefits to its citizens.

Presenting the cheque, Ehunabobrim Prah Agyensaim said the significant growth in the dividend reflected the company’s strong performance, operational excellence, prudent stewardship of resources, and the value created through its partnership with the Government of Ghana.