Government Pays GH¢9.7bn Domestic Debt Coupon, Reaffirms Commitment to Debt Obligations
The Ministry of Finance has announced the successful disbursement of GH¢9.7 billion in coupon payments under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). The payment, made on August 19, 2025, brings the total amount settled under the programme this year to GH¢19.4 billion. According to the Ministry, this action underscores government’s unwavering commitment to honouring the […]
Newmont Settles Major Tax Arrears of Over $220 Million with Ghana as Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson Confirms
The Government of Ghana has received significant tax payments from the leading American mining company, Newmont Corporation, marking a key milestone in promoting compliance and transparency within the country’s extractive sector. Earlier today, the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, welcomed a high-level delegation from Newmont Corporation, led by Mr. Danquah Addo-Yobo, Head of […]
President Mahama Directs Finance Ministry to Settle DDEP Coupons, Strengthen Debt Buffer
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Finance to settle outstanding Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) coupon payments and reinforce the country’s debt buffer through the Sinking Fund. In line with this directive, the government has disbursed GHS6.081 billion in Payment-In-Cash (PIC) coupons to all DDEP bondholders. Additionally, the Payment-In-Kind (PIK) component of […]
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Declared Fugitive Amid Corruption Investigations
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta a fugitive for failing to appear for questioning on multiple corruption-related investigations. Ofori-Atta, who served from 2017 to 2024, is under scrutiny for his involvement in several high-profile financial transactions. Investigations Underway: GRA–SML Contract: Ofori-Atta is accused of authorizing […]
