New Cedi notes reflect Ghana’s shared history and heritage – Mahama
President Mahama says the Heritage Series will promote national identity and help educate younger generations about Ghana’s history and culture.
The Bank of Ghana has unveiled a new series of Ghana cedi banknotes, known as the Ghana Heritage Series, complete with advanced security features, enhanced durability, and more convenient sizes. These upgraded notes are set to be available for use starting December 1, 2026. The primary aim of the new banknotes is to bolster cedi security, streamline transactions, and instill a sense of national pride in Ghana's currency.
Distinguished by their unique designs that highlight national heroes, historic landmarks, monuments, and, for the first time, Adinkra symbols, these upgraded notes symbolize more than just a medium of exchange. According to Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, a national currency is a testament to a country's monetary management capabilities and lays the groundwork for economic activities.
He emphasized that this launch is not merely about introducing upgraded notes, but also about reaffirming the commitment to safeguard the cedi, celebrating Ghana's heritage, and preparing the currency for the challenges of an ever-evolving world.
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