The Ministry of Finance (Ghana) has announced that the Government of Ghana has settled GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).
In a press release issued on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Ministry said, “The Government of Ghana has paid GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).”
The payment represents the sixth coupon settlement since the programme began and marks a major milestone in Ghana’s debt restructuring efforts.
“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 Ministry noted.
The settlement, the Ministry explained, covers all cedi-denominated DDEP coupon obligations in line with the restructuring agreement and the government’s broader fiscal strategy.
“The settlement covers cedi-denominated DDEP coupon obligations in line with the restructuring memorandum and Government’s broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy,” the release stated.
The Finance Ministry believes the timely payment will help restore confidence among investors and strengthen the stability of the financial sector.
“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,” it said, adding that the move will also enhance stability within banks and pension funds.
Looking ahead, government reaffirmed its commitment to honouring all future DDEP obligations.
“Government remains fully committed to meeting future DDEP obligations, supported by strong buffers, improving macroeconomic fundamentals, declining inflation, lower interest rates, and a stable Cedi,” the statement stressed.
