SSNIT@60: We Will Ensure Income Security for Ghanaian Workers – DG
The Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Mr. Kwesi Afreh Biney, has reaffirmed the Trust’s commitment to providing reliable and sustainable income security for Ghanaian workers as the institution celebrates its 60th anniversary.
Speaking at the opening of the 60th Anniversary Symposium in Accra, Mr. Biney described the milestone as a moment of reflection and renewal, saying the celebration marks six decades of dedicated service to Ghanaian workers.
He said SSNIT has over the years been a dependable pillar of social protection, ensuring income security for workers and pensioners.
According to him, the Trust’s investments have contributed to national development through support for key infrastructure and economic growth.
Mr. Biney noted that SSNIT continues to work with the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations and the National Pensions Regulatory Authority to strengthen Ghana’s three-tier pension scheme to ensure sustainability and wider coverage.
He explained that the Trust is expanding its services to reach more workers, especially traders, artisans, drivers, and farmers in the informal sector who deserve income security in their old age.
“To make our services more accessible, we have partnered with some banks to set up additional service points across the country. SSNIT has also introduced a virtual branch to allow members to access services and renew pension certificates 24/7”, he said.
Mr. Biney further emphasized SSNIT’s continued investment in technology, energy, and customer service to make the scheme more efficient and sustainable.
“As we celebrate 60 years of service, take pride in how far we have come, acknowledge the challenges that remain and commit to building a future defined by innovations one that continues to protect the Ghanaian worker, support families and strengthen the very essence of the people we serve”, he noted.
The Director General further mentioned that SSNIT intends to reduce its investments in real estate, describing it as an area that “hasn’t yielded great returns and that proceeds from property divestitures, will be redirected toward higher-performing sectors.”
