The Bank of Ghana (BoG) officially unveiled a dedicated Cedi App today, November 12, 2026, coinciding with the formal launch of its upgraded "Heritage Series" banknotes at Bank Square in Accra. Designed as an interactive public education and verification tool, the mobile application aims to help citizens, traders, and financial institutions familiarize themselves with the visual and tactile security features of the newly introduced currency. By pairing physical currency modernization with accessible digital guidance, the central bank is empowering the public to authenticate banknotes quickly and protect themselves against counterfeiting.
Speaking at the launch event, BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama emphasized that the Heritage Series introduced under the theme "The Cedi, Our Future: Secure, Designed to Last" combines advanced anti-counterfeiting technology and superior durability with iconic elements of Ghanaian identity. For the first time, the upgraded notes showcase traditional Adinkra symbols alongside portraits of national heroes, historic sites, and monuments. Dr. Asiama also revealed plans for a new Currency Act to enforce stricter penalties against counterfeiting, alongside new regional cash centers in Ho and Tamale to improve nationwide access to currency services.
The central bank has assured the public that existing cedi banknotes remain valid legal tender and will continue to circulate smoothly alongside the Heritage Series, meaning there is no need for citizens to rush to exchange old notes. As the upgraded bills enter circulation, the BoG is urging Ghanaians to download the Cedi App to explore the new designs and to handle all banknotes with care avoiding crumpling, writing, or stapling to preserve the lifespan and integrity of the national currency.
@Volta Today
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