President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the new Ghana Cedi Heritage Series, introducing redesigned banknotes that are smaller, more durable and equipped with advanced security features to withstand the country’s climatic conditions.
The new notes, printed on reinforced cotton paper to improve their durability during circulation, feature portraits of Ghanaian national heroes, historical landmarks and, for the first time, Adinkra symbols.
Speaking at the launch ceremony at the Bank of Ghana, President Mahama expressed confidence that disciplined public spending and sound monetary policies would help maintain the stability of the cedi.
He also linked the future strength of the currency to his government’s proposed $10 billion, four-year New Economy programme under the 2027 Budget.
According to the President, a stable currency should provide businesses, manufacturers and households with greater confidence in their financial planning, purchasing power and savings.
Meanwhile, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Asiama announced that the new Heritage Series banknotes will officially enter general circulation on December 1, 2026.
He further disclosed that the central bank would embark on a nationwide public education campaign and introduce a new Cedi mobile application to help the public, including visually impaired persons, identify and understand the redesigned notes.
Dr Asiama also revealed that the Bank of Ghana has developed an in-house currency management software known as ECOMS and is working towards modernising the Currency Act to introduce tougher penalties for counterfeiting and the mutilation of banknotes.
The GH¢200 denomination will feature the portrait of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah.
