Government Pays GH¢10 Billion DDEP Interest
The Government of Ghana has paid GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), signalling continued commitment to its debt restructuring process.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday, 18th February 2026, the payment which was described as the sixth coupon settlement under the programme marked the second full cash payment made without any Payment-In-Kind component, an indication of improved fiscal strength and solvency.
The Ministry explained that the settlement covers cedi-denominated DDEP coupon obligations in line with the restructuring memorandum and the country’s broader debt management and fiscal consolidation strategy.
The Ministry also noted while that the timely payment of the debt sends a strong positive signal to investors, it is also expected to reinforce market confidence, support the country’s credit outlook, and enhance the financial sector stability, particularly among banks and pension funds.
The Government also stated this move reaffirms its commitment towards meeting future DDEP obligations, citing strengthened financial buffers, improving macroeconomic fundamentals, declining inflation, lower interest rates, and a stable cedi as supporting factors.
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