Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister
The government has paid GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).
In a statement issued on yesterday, February 18, 2026, by the Ministry of Finance said the payment marks the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and represent the second full cash payment without any payment in-kind component reflecting strengthened fiscal capacity and solvency.
“The settlement covers cedi-denominated DDEP coupon obligations in line with the restructuring memorandum and government broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy,” it said.
“The timely payment sends a strong positive signal to domestic and international investors, reinforces market confidence and is expected to support Ghana’s credit outlook while enhancing credibility within the financial sector including banks and pension funds” parts of the statement read
It further stated that government remains committed to meeting future DDEP obligations supported by strong buffers, improving macroeconomic fundamentals declining inflation, lower interest rates and a stable cedi.
By Ebenezer K. Amponsah