As concerns ripple through Ghana over recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa, MTN Ghana has moved swiftly to reassure its customers and the nation that it has no plans to exit the country.
Speaking at the 2026 MTN Media and Stakeholder Forum in Takoradi, Chief Internal Audit and Forensics Officer, Michael Gbewonyo, offered a firm message: “MTN is here to stay. We are not going anywhere.”
Addressing journalists from the Central and Western Regions, Gbewonyo dismissed suggestions that unrest in South Africa, where MTN’s parent company is based, could influence the company’s operations in Ghana. He emphasized that Ghana remains a strategic market for MTN, noting the company’s unwavering commitment to the nation’s socio-economic development throughout its 30-year presence.
“We will continue to expand our network, support digital inclusion, create opportunities for Ghanaians, and partner with the government and other stakeholders to drive Ghana’s digital and economic transformation,” Gbewonyo assured.
He highlighted MTN Ghana’s substantial contributions to national development, citing tax payments, employment opportunities, and a series of corporate social responsibility initiatives. The decision to list shares on the Ghana Stock Exchange and the ongoing activities of the MTN Ghana Foundation, he added, underline the company’s long-term commitment to Ghanaian society.
Reflecting on three decades of growth, Gbewonyo expressed gratitude to customers, partners, employees, communities, the media, and other stakeholders. “Our success is not just about business growth, but about earning and keeping public trust through accountability, responsibility, transparency, and customer-centric services,” he said.
He credited MTN’s achievements to the vital support, constructive criticism, and collaboration of all stakeholders, which have helped the company bridge the digital divide, support businesses, and connect more people than ever before.
Notably, Gbewonyo revealed that MTN Ghana contributes about six per cent of the country’s total tax revenue. “Through the MTN Ghana Foundation, thousands of young people have received scholarships and support to pursue their dreams. In communities across the Western and Central Regions and beyond, our investments in health, education, and economic empowerment are changing lives every day.”
He concluded by praising the media for telling the company’s story and pledged that MTN will continue to work with stakeholders to deepen its impact and build on three decades of progress.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com