President Mahama unveils new Cedi Heritage banknotes ahead of December 1 circulation
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled the Bank of Ghana’s upgraded Cedi Heritage Series, marking a new chapter in the modernisation of Ghana’s national currency.
The unveiling took place at Bank Square in Accra on Thursday, 12 November 2026, with the new banknotes scheduled to enter circulation on 1 December 2026.
The Heritage Series features enhanced security measures to combat counterfeiting, improved durability, smaller and more portable sizes, and distinctive designs celebrating Ghana’s national heroes, historic sites, monuments and Adinkra symbols.
Speaking at the event, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, announced that the new banknotes would circulate alongside the existing series, which would remain legal tender.
He assured Ghanaians that the introduction of the upgraded banknotes would not invalidate the currency currently in circulation.
Dr Asiama explained that the Heritage Series forms part of the Bank’s broader efforts to strengthen currency security, improve the quality of banknotes in circulation and modernise currency management operations.
The Governor further announced plans for a nationwide public education campaign across all regions and in major local languages to help Ghanaians recognise the new banknotes, understand their security features and adopt responsible currency-handling practices.
The introduction of the Heritage Series reflects Ghana’s commitment to preserving its national heritage while strengthening public confidence in the cedi as a symbol of monetary sovereignty.
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