The government has paid GH¢10 billion in interest under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP),
The move marks a significant step in the country’s ongoing debt restructuring efforts.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the payment represents the sixth coupon settlement under the program revealing government commitment for the second time without any Payment-in-Kind component.
The statement noted that the payment covers cedi-denominated coupon obligations under the DDEP, aligning with restructuring agreement and the government’s broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy.
The Officials added that the timely settlement sends a strong positive signal to both domestic and international investors,boasting market confidence and strengthening Ghana credit outlook.
“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 stability within the financial sector, including banks and pension funds,” the statement highlighted
The government reaffirmed its commitment to meeting all future DDEP obligations, citing strong financial buffers, improving macroeconomic conditions, declining inflation, lower interest rates, and a stable cedi as indicators of economic recovery.
Read statement below:
Source: Ernest Kelvin Okanta
