Kuami Eugene laments Cedi gains, says his Dollar reserves “dey go waste”
Kuami Eugene has sparked debate online after voicing frustration over the recent surge in the value of the Ghanaian cedi against the U.S. dollar.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on May 28, 2025, the Ghanaian artiste revealed that the cedi’s appreciation is having an unexpected downside, eroding the value of his dollar-denominated savings.
“My dollar reserves all dey go waste. I’m happy and sad at the same time,” he wrote, capturing a sentiment of financial ambivalence that resonated across social media.
In a follow-up plea, Kuami Eugene made a tongue-in-cheek appeal to President John Dramani Mahama, asking for a little restraint in economic performance.
“We beg President John Dramani Mahama to slow down small,” he added.
His comments have divided online audiences. While some have mocked his perspective, pointing out the broader benefits of a stronger cedi, others, especially those with foreign currency investments have expressed empathy, noting that gains in local currency value can indeed be bittersweet for dollar holders.
We beg Pres. @JDMahama for slow down small , my dollar reserves all dey go waste .
— Kuami Eugene (@KuamiEugene) May 28, 2025
I’m happy and sad at the same time .
