The Government of Ghana has paid GH¢10bn in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), marking what officials describe as a significant step toward restoring investor confidence and strengthening fiscal stability.
In a press release issued on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Ministry of Finance announced that the payment represents the sixth coupon settlement under the programme.
“The Government of Ghana has paid GH¢10bn in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP),” the statement said.
According to the Ministry, the latest settlement also constitutes the second full cash payment without any Payment-In-Kind (PIK) component, reflecting improved fiscal capacity and solvency.
“This payment marks the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and represents the second full cash payment without any Payment-In-Kind component, reflecting strengthened fiscal capacity and solvency,” the statement noted.
The payment covers cedi-denominated DDEP coupon obligations in line with the restructuring memorandum and the government’s broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy.
“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 Ministry added.
Government further reaffirmed its commitment to honouring future DDEP obligations, citing strong buffers, improving macroeconomic fundamentals, declining inflation, lower interest rates, and a stable cedi.
