BoG to roll out nationwide sensitisation campaign on new Heritage Series banknotes

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is preparing to launch a comprehensive nationwide public education campaign to familiarize citizens with the recently introduced Heritage Series banknotes and their advanced security features. This initiative, led by Governor Dr Johnson Asiama, will take place across all regions of Ghana and will be conducted in major local languages to ensure widespread understanding of the new currency.

The campaign's primary objective is to educate the public on identifying genuine banknotes, handling currency responsibly, and appreciating the national heritage depicted in the new series.

Dr Asiama highlighted the importance of this nationwide educational drive in ensuring a smooth transition to the Heritage Series banknotes. He emphasized that the campaign aims to equip Ghanaians with the necessary knowledge to recognize authentic currency, thereby enhancing the security of the financial system. The initiative is set to complement the enhanced security features integrated into the Heritage Series, which are crucial for preventing counterfeiting and enabling the public to distinguish genuine notes from counterfeit ones.

The Heritage Series banknotes are expected to be in circulation starting December 1, 2026. During this transitional period, both the new and existing banknotes will be used side by side. This educational campaign is part of the Bank of Ghana's ongoing efforts to bolster confidence in the cedi and ensure that the public is well-informed about the evolving currency landscape in the country.