Accra, Ghana – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that its staff and Ghanaian officials have successfully concluded the third review of the country’s $3 billion loan program. This positive development marks a significant step forward for Ghana as it continues to navigate its debt restructuring process.
The West African nation, grappling with a defaulted debt load of over $30 billion, has made substantial strides in reorganizing its finances under the G20’s Common Framework initiative. Over 90% of Ghanaian bondholders have already approved a revised debt structure, and the government is actively working to secure agreements with remaining commercial creditors.
The IMF commended Ghana for its “remarkable progress” on public debt restructuring and expressed satisfaction with the overall performance of the loan program. Following the approval by the IMF’s executive board, Ghana will receive a disbursement of $360 million.
Ethiopia remains the only African country actively engaged in debt restructuring efforts through the Common Framework. The Official Creditors group has acknowledged the progress made by Ghana and expressed optimism about the efficiency of the framework.
Ghana’s economy has exhibited strong growth in the first half of 2024, surpassing initial projections. The government has responded by gradually reducing interest rates as inflation shows signs of easing. The IMF anticipates revising its growth forecast for Ghana upwards, reflecting the country’s positive economic performance.
