By Ashiadey Dotse
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining long-term economic stability following Ghana’s exit from its bailout programme with the International Monetary Fund.
Speaking to the media on Friday, May 15, 2026, Dr. Forson said the government is prioritising sustainable economic policies aimed at preventing a return to the financial difficulties that previously pushed the country into an IMF programme.
He explained that although Ghana currently does not need another bailout, authorities are taking steps to strengthen the economy and avoid future crises.
“Our focus now is to sustain the gains we have made and ensure that we do not go back to the period where we had to seek emergency financial support,” he stated.
Dr. Forson said government policies are now centred on building strong economic buffers and maintaining fiscal discipline, rather than relying on short-term solutions.
He added that the strategy is also aimed at restoring investor confidence and attracting private sector investment to drive long-term growth.
“This is why we are putting in place measures so that we don’t reach a point where we are forced to go for a bailout,” he said.
Meanwhile, the government has officially announced the successful completion of Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme with the IMF.
The development marks a shift from a bailout arrangement to a non-financing policy support framework, as the country continues efforts to stabilise the economy and promote sustainable development.
Dr. Forson emphasised that maintaining discipline and consistency in economic management will be key to securing Ghana’s financial future.
