Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that Ghana settled a US$709 million Eurobond obligation on December 30, 2025.
A statement issued by the Minister revealed that the settlement was completed ahead of its due date. Dr. Forson believes this marks another significant milestone in Ghana’s economic recovery and debt-management efforts.
According to him, the settlement brings total payments in 2025 alone to US$1.4 billion to Eurobond holders under the restructuring memorandum. These include payments of US349.52 million, US349.52 million, and US$709.00 million.
He said, “The timely settlement reaffirms Ghana’s credibility as a sovereign borrower and underscores Government’s commitment to restoring investor confidence through transparent, predictable, and disciplined debt-service practices.”
Meanwhile, he has assured Ghanaians that “Building on this achievement, Government will intensify reforms in domestic revenue mobilisation, public financial management, and public debt management. Fiscal buffers will continue to be strengthened to support debt-service obligations and sustainably finance Ghana’s development agenda.”
He extended gratitude to Ghanaians for their support, indicating further that their understanding has been vital to the economic recovery.
“Government thanks the good people of Ghana for their support and understanding, which have been vital to the country’s economic recovery. We also take this opportunity to appeal for continued forbearance and cooperation as further economic reforms are implemented in the coming year to consolidate the gains achieved in 2025.”
By: Rainbowbowradioonline.com/Ghana
