{
  "id": 19629353,
  "title": "Bank of Ghana launches ‘Heritage Series’ banknotes today",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/bank-of-ghana-launches-heritage-series-banknotes-today",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T09:22:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/bank-of-ghana-launches-heritage-series-banknotes-today/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama is set to inaugurate the country's new banknotes, called the Ghana Heritage Series, during a ceremony on November 12, 2026, at The Bank Square. This event, themed \"The Cedi, Our Future,\" will witness the introduction of a series of new banknotes that blend Ghana's cultural identity with advanced currency security features.\n\nThe Bank of Ghana aims to make these new banknotes harder to counterfeit and more robust for daily use. They are crafted with elements drawing from Ghana's rich history and cultural heritage. The designs reflect national symbols and motifs that represent the nation's tradition.\n\nAs part of the inauguration, various government officials, financial sector representatives, traders, and members of the public will gather to learn more about the new banknotes. The Bank of Ghana will also detail the distinguishing features of these new bills and the timeline for their circulation. Interestingly, it has been announced that there won't be a GH¢500 note in the series.",
  "summary": "President John Dramani Mahama is expected to officiate at the launch of Ghana’s redesigned banknotes, known as the Ghana Heritage Series, as the Bank of Ghana prepares to introduce the new currency. The launch is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at The Bank Square, with President Mahama attending as Special Guest […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Ghana Heritage Series banknotes launched on November 12, 2026.",
    "President Mahama to inaugurate new currency during ceremony.",
    "Bank of Ghana emphasizes security and cultural design elements."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Integrating cultural motifs with enhanced security features signals a strategic shift toward protecting the national currency against counterfeiting while reinforcing Ghana's unique historical identity through its physical tender.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Starr FM",
        "title": "Mahama to officially unveil new Ghana Cedi banknotes under Heritage Series today",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/mahama-to-officially-unveil-new-ghana-cedi-banknotes-under-heritage",
        "published": "2026-11-12T09:02:20.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}