The Government of Ghana has made an early payment of approximately $700 million to Eurobond holders, reinforcing its commitment to meeting external debt obligations under the country's debt restructuring programme.
Sources familiar with the transaction told Business Week that the payment, executed on Thursday, comprised $525.2 million in principal repayments and $174.8 million in interest.
The latest settlement brings Ghana's total payments to Eurobond investors to $2.1 billion since January 2025, in accordance with the terms of the Eurobond Debt Exchange Programme concluded as part of the country's broader debt restructuring efforts.
Managed financing
Officials said the payment was financed through government's planned funding arrangements, allowing the transaction to be completed without exerting significant pressure on the Bank of Ghana's foreign exchange reserves.
The settlement forms part of a structured debt service strategy aimed at restoring debt sustainability while ensuring the orderly fulfilment of Ghana's external obligations.
Positive signal to investors
The latest payment is expected to further reduce Ghana's outstanding Eurobond liabilities and reinforce investor confidence in the country's fiscal recovery and debt management strategy.
Market analysts say the government's ability to honour its obligations ahead of schedule sends a positive signal to international investors and creditors about Ghana's commitment to implementing the post-restructuring debt repayment framework.
The payment also underscores ongoing efforts to strengthen macroeconomic stability, improve fiscal credibility and rebuild confidence in the country's public finances following the successful completion of its Eurobond restructuring.
Commitment to fiscal discipline
Government sources reiterated that authorities remain committed to prudent public financial management and the timely servicing of debt obligations.
According to the sources, maintaining a disciplined approach to debt management is expected to support macroeconomic stability, strengthen investor confidence and sustain Ghana's ongoing economic recovery.
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