All set for the introduction of the new heritage banknotes President John Dramani Mahama will officially launch the Heritage Series Ghana Cedi banknotes on 12 November 2026 at the Bank Square, Accra, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of Ghana’s currency.
The new banknotes, introduced by the Bank of Ghana, are designed to enhance the security, durability, and efficiency of the country’s currency management system while celebrating Ghana’s rich heritage and national identity.
Speaking ahead of the launch, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, said the Heritage Series forms part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to ensure that Ghana’s currency remains secure, resilient, and responsive to evolving economic and technological developments.
The Heritage Series is being introduced under the theme, “The Cedi, Our Future: Secure, Designed to Last.” According to the Bank, the existing core banknote designs have been in circulation for more than two decades, making periodic upgrades necessary to meet modern security standards and support effective currency management.
The upgraded banknotes incorporate advanced security features aimed at strengthening protection against counterfeiting.
They have also been designed with enhanced durability to withstand the rigours of prolonged circulation, reducing replacement costs and improving operational efficiency.
The Bank of Ghana has assured the public that the introduction of the Heritage Series will not affect the legal tender status of existing banknotes.
Current Ghana Cedi notes will continue to circulate and may be used for all transactions alongside the new series.
As a result, the Bank has advised the public not to rush to exchange or withdraw existing banknotes following the launch of the upgraded currency.
The central bank has also urged individuals, businesses, traders, and financial institutions to handle banknotes responsibly.
It cautioned against practices such as crumpling, writing on, stapling, spraying, or using currency for decorative purposes, including money bouquets, stressing that such acts damage the notes and increase replacement costs.
The Bank noted that proper handling of banknotes helps preserve their quality, promotes efficient currency management, and protects the integrity of the national currency.
The launch of the Heritage Series is expected to usher in a new chapter in the evolution of the Ghana Cedi, reinforcing public confidence in the nation’s currency while celebrating the values, achievements, and aspirations of the Ghanaian people.
