The International Monetary Fund has approved a $3 billion Extended Credit Facility for Ghana, providing crucial support for the country's economic reform program. The approval comes after months of negotiations and policy adjustments.
Key terms of the facility:
- $3 billion over 3 years
- Immediate disbursement of $600 million
- Focus on debt sustainability and fiscal consolidation
- Support for the cedi and foreign exchange reserves
- Structural reforms in key sectors
The Finance Minister described the approval as a vote of confidence in Ghana's economic program. The facility will help restore macroeconomic stability and provide space for growth-enhancing investments.