Ghana to decide finance minister's fate after IMF talks
Ghana is grappling with serious economic realities that is now being exacerbated by calls for the sack of the finance minister and his deputy. The country will decide the minister's fate once negotiations with the IMF conclude. Courage Boti, Economist at GCB Capital joins CNBC Africa for more.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:51:10 GMT
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- Pressure mounts for the removal of Ghana's Finance Minister and his deputy, raising concerns about the timing and potential impact on the economy
- Negotiations with the IMF are crucial for Ghana's economic stability, with market confidence hanging in the balance
- Debt sustainability and currency depreciation are key challenges facing Ghana, requiring strategic interventions to address economic vulnerabilities
Ghana is currently grappling with serious economic challenges that have been further compounded by mounting pressure for the removal of the Finance Minister and his deputy. The decision on the fate of the Finance Minister will be made after ongoing negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are concluded. Courage Boti, Economist at GCB Capital, shared his insights on the situation, shedding light on the potential implications for Ghana's economy. The calls for the Finance Minister's removal have emerged from within his own party and parliament, raising questions about the timing and implications of such a move. Despite the internal dissent, the Minister has been allowed to proceed with the budget presentation, a decision that has left many puzzled. Boti expressed skepticism over the efficacy of removing the Finance Minister in addressing Ghana's economic woes, emphasizing that the challenges are systemic in nature. He highlighted the importance of ensuring that negotiations with the IMF proceed smoothly to maintain market confidence. Boti also discussed the need for Ghana to address its debt sustainability issues and the recent depreciation of the local currency, the City. While acknowledging the recent challenges faced by the City, Boti pointed to positive developments in liquidity and IMF negotiations that could potentially bolster the currency in the near term.
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