SSNIT eyes more financial investments to boost returns as total assets grow to GHS36bn

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) plans to expand its financial investments in order to enhance returns and ensure the long-term viability of the pension scheme. The Trust's total assets have reached 36 billion cedis, and it is exploring additional investments in financial instruments. SSNIT Director-General Kwesi Afreh Biney revealed this during a meeting with organized labor on August 11, 2026. The organization discussed the pension scheme's performance and its investment strategy.

In 2025, SSNIT achieved a 10 percent return on its investments and disbursed 4.4 billion cedis in benefits, meeting its obligations to pensioners and beneficiaries. Biney emphasized that the Trust will prioritize financial investments, citing their strong performance as the driving force behind this decision. While the real estate sector remains an aspect of the portfolio, Biney noted that its returns have not matched those of other financial instruments, and the Trust is not entirely withdrawing from this space.

Joshua Ansah, Secretary General of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), praised SSNIT's performance but urged the organization to further diversify its investment portfolio to generate higher returns for contributors. The meeting aimed to boost transparency and keep stakeholders informed about SSNIT's performance and sustainability.