Your Cash Is Ready, Come For Your Money -Ato Forson Announces Early Redemption Of GHC29bn DDEP Bonds

According to a report by JoyNews today being Friday, November 13, 2026, Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has announced the early redemption of GH¢29 billion worth of bonds under Ghana’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), assuring affected bondholders that their money is ready for collection.

The announcement marks an important development in the government’s efforts to meet its financial obligations to investors who were affected by the domestic debt restructuring exercise.

Ato Forson communicated the decision with the statement, “Your cash is ready, come for your money,” indicating that the government is prepared to make payments to bondholders whose investments fall within the early redemption arrangement.

The GH¢29 billion redemption involves bonds issued under the DDEP, which was introduced as part of Ghana’s efforts to restructure its domestic debt and address the country’s economic challenges.

The programme significantly affected holders of government bonds, as the restructuring changed the original repayment arrangements for several investors. It became a major part of the government’s broader debt management strategy during a period of financial pressure.

The early redemption announcement is therefore expected to attract considerable attention from affected bondholders, particularly those who have been waiting for the government to fulfil its payment obligations.

For investors, the availability of funds could provide an opportunity to recover money tied up in the restructured bonds and make new financial plans.

The development also represents a significant issue in discussions about public debt management, investor confidence and the government’s ability to honour its commitments.

Ato Forson’s announcement is likely to be welcomed by eligible bondholders who have been following developments surrounding the DDEP and waiting for further information about their investments.

However, affected investors will be interested in the specific payment arrangements, eligibility conditions and procedures for accessing the funds under the early redemption exercise.

The GH¢29 billion announcement places renewed focus on the government’s handling of the domestic debt restructuring process and its commitment to addressing outstanding obligations.

As the redemption process moves forward, attention will be on how efficiently eligible bondholders can access their money and what the development means for confidence in Ghana’s domestic bond market.