The Government of Ghana has announced the payment of GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). In a statement released on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Ministry of Finance confirmed that this marks the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and the second full cash payment made without any Payment-In-Kind component.
According to the Ministry, the settlement covers Cedi-denominated coupon obligations under the DDEP, in line with the restructuring memorandum and the government’s broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy. The statement emphasised that the timely payment reflects strengthened fiscal capacity and improved solvency.
The release highlighted that this payment constitutes the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and marks the second full cash disbursement without any Payment-In-Kind component—underscoring Ghana’s strengthened fiscal capacity and solvency. The Ministry of Finance further noted that the development sends a strong signal to investors, reinforcing confidence in the economy.
“The timely settlement provides assurance to both domestic and international investors, bolsters market confidence, and is expected to support Ghana’s credit outlook while enhancing stability across the financial sector, including banks and pension funds,” the statement added
Source: William Narh
