The Nine Hundred and Ninetieth Act of the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana entitled the State Interests and Governance Authority Act, 2019 was established to oversee and administer state interests in state-owned enterprises, joint venture companies, and other state entities and to provide for related matters.

Required:

Explain FOUR functions of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA).

The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) was established to oversee and administer the interests of the government in specified entities, including state-owned enterprises, joint venture companies, and other public sector entities. The authority plays a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the management of state-owned assets.

The following are four key functions of SIGA:

  1. Monitoring and Evaluation – SIGA is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the performance of state-owned enterprises and joint venture companies to ensure they operate efficiently and contribute to national development.

  2. Corporate Governance Oversight – SIGA develops and enforces corporate governance guidelines to promote transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the operations of public entities.

  3. State-Owned Enterprises Performance Contracts – SIGA ensures that performance contracts are signed between the government and state-owned enterprises, outlining specific targets and expectations. It also tracks compliance with these agreements.

  4. Advisory Role to Government – SIGA provides advice to the government on the performance of state-owned enterprises and makes recommendations on policies and strategies to enhance their effectiveness.