Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park proposes Independence Declaration image on Ghanaian banknotes

The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park has suggested replacing the images of the Big Six on some Ghanaian banknotes with a photograph of Dr Kwame Nkrumah declaring Ghana's independence on March 6, 1957. This proposal, announced on November 6, 2026, aims to include more diverse historical representations on the country's currency. The proposal aligns with the Bank of Ghana's plan to launch a Heritage Series of banknotes.

Currently, the images of the Big Six appear on almost all Ghanaian banknotes, reflecting their roles in the independence struggle. However, the park believes there is an opportunity to incorporate other significant moments in Ghana's history, while still honoring the Big Six's contributions. They argue that banknotes serve as important cultural symbols, representing a nation's identity and history.

The Independence Declaration photograph would effectively symbolize Ghana's freedom, sovereignty, and national identity. The occasion marked the conclusion of Ghana's struggle for independence and its emergence as a sovereign nation, an event unique in the country's history. The proposal coincides with Ghana's 70th anniversary of independence in 2027 and would serve as an enduring tribute to the historic moment that founded the nation.