Bank of Ghana Launches New Cedi Notes – Circulation Begins December 1

Accra, Ghana – November 13, 2026

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has officially launched a redesigned series of Ghanaian banknotes known as the Ghana Cedi Heritage Series, featuring prominent national personalities, historic landmarks and cultural symbols.

President John Dramani Mahama unveiled the new banknotes on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Bank of Ghana headquarters, Bank Square, in Accra.

According to the central bank, the new notes will enter circulation on December 1, 2026, and will be used alongside the existing banknotes during a gradual transition.

The new Heritage Series retains the country’s existing eight denominations: GH¢1, GH¢2, GH¢5, GH¢10, GH¢20, GH¢50, GH¢100 and GH¢200.

The redesigned notes feature enhanced security features intended to make them easier to authenticate and help prevent counterfeiting.

They are also printed on reinforced cotton paper to improve durability and are smaller in size, making them easier to handle and carry.

The redesigned banknotes celebrate individuals who have contributed to Ghana’s history and development.

Among the personalities featured are:

• Agnes Oforiwaa Tagoe-Quarcoopome
• Cardinal Peter Porekuu Dery
• James Emmanuel Kwegyir-Aggrey
• Justice Annie Jiagge
• Dr Ephraim Amu
• Theodosia Salome Okoh
• Kofi Annan
• Dr Kwame Nkrumah

The notes also feature historic landmarks, monuments and Adinkra symbols representing Ghana’s cultural identity.

No. The introduction of the Heritage Series does not mean that Ghanaians must immediately exchange their existing banknotes.

President Mahama assured the public that the new notes would circulate alongside the old ones. Banks will gradually withdraw the existing notes as the new series becomes established.

This means that Ghanaians can continue using their current cedi notes after December 1.

The launch also featured the unveiling of a new Cedi App designed to help the public identify and understand the security features of the redesigned banknotes.

The application is also intended to improve access to currency information for persons with visual impairments.

The Bank of Ghana says it will undertake a nationwide public education campaign in major local languages to help citizens become familiar with the new notes.

The introduction of the Heritage Series represents a new chapter in Ghana’s currency history, combining improved banknote security with the celebration of the country’s national heritage.

Published by: AlloLifestyle.com

Sources:

• Ghana News Agency (GNA), November 12, 2026 – President Mahama launches Ghana’s new Heritage Series cedi banknotes.
• The Presidency, Republic of Ghana, November 12, 2026 – President Mahama launches durable new Ghana Cedi notes.
• Graphic Online, November 13, 2026 – Bank of Ghana launches new cedi notes.
• MyJoyOnline, November 12, 2026 – Bank of Ghana launches Cedi App.