Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has praised the Ghanaian cedi’s recent performance, describing it as remarkably resilient in the face of ongoing global economic challenges.

Delivering the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Thursday, July 24, Dr. Forson confidently declared, “Cedi no apicki,” — a local phrase celebrating the currency’s rebound and growing strength.

He noted that the cedi has shown significant appreciation in recent months, particularly against major international currencies such as the U.S. dollar and the British pound.

“The cedi, which opened 2025 trading at around GH¢15 to the dollar, is now exchanging at approximately GH¢10.45 on the interbank market,” the Minister announced.

Dr. Forson attributed this strong performance to a combination of improved macroeconomic fundamentals, rising export earnings, and renewed investor confidence in Ghana’s economy.

“This recovery reflects the impact of sound fiscal and monetary policies, robust growth in gold and cocoa exports, and consistent inflows from remittances,” he explained.

He further assured that the government remains committed to maintaining the momentum through prudent economic management.

“We will continue to implement responsible policies aimed at preserving the value