Profit after tax for the 2025 fiscal year increased by 55.9% to GHS7.8 billion for Scancom PLC (MTN Ghana) from GHS5.03 billion for the 2024 fiscal year.
Earnings per share increased by the same amount to GHS0.5923 in its audited full-year results, indicating increased shareholder value and profitability.
The telecom behemoth also contributed significantly to the state’s finances, paying GHS10.5 billion in direct and indirect taxes in 2025 as opposed to GHS8.6 billion the year before. The company’s increased revenue base and strong earnings growth over the reviewed period are reflected in the higher tax outturn.
Strong results in data and mobile money services were the main drivers of the 36.2% year-over-year increase in service revenue to GHS24.4 billion.
While there was a significant increase in data income, the number of active Mobile Money customers rose by 12.3% to 19.3 million.
There is still a need for connection and digital financial solutions, as seen by the 9.2% increase in total mobile subscribers to 31.2 million.
The EBITDA margin increased three percentage points to 60.1% as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) increased 43.5% to GHS14.7 billion.
Operating leverage and strict cost control in the face of rising sales are reflected in the margin expansion.
Subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting, the Board has recommended a final dividend of GHS0.40 per share, up from GHS0.24 in 2024, in accordance with its better financial performance.
The anticipated dividend payment in April 2026 would further solidify the business’s dedication to providing shareholders with high returns.
With GHS6.4 billion in total capital expenditures, including GHS4.6 billion in ex-lease capital expenditures, capital investment continued to be a top priority throughout the year.
The funds were used to enhance digital platforms, modernise IT systems, increase network coverage, and improve capacity.
Looking ahead, MTN Ghana predicts that sustained growth in 2026 will be supported by Ghana’s strengthening macroeconomic climate.
The business expects EBITDA margins in the mid-to-upper fifties percent range and is sticking to its medium-term service revenue growth projection in the mid-to-upper thirties percent range.
Subject to operating conditions, it also anticipates maintaining a dividend payout ratio of 60–80%.
With a capital expenditure commitment of US$1.1 billion between 2026 and 2028, MTN Ghana will increase infrastructure investment as part of its long-term strategy.
MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita made the announcement while in Ghana on a business trip.
In order to position Ghana as a strategic development market for the Group, he stated that the expedited capital program will concentrate on capacity expansion, 5G rollout, and digital services.
Source: newsthemegh.com