The Government of Ghana has introduced new Ghana cedi banknotes, also known as the Heritage Notes.
The launch and official introduction of the new cedi notes took place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in Accra.
H.E. John Dramani Mahama, in his brief address at the launch, indicated that the new banknotes would showcase Ghana’s history and national heritage for the present generation and generations to come.
President Mahama stressed that the historical figures, landmarks, and cultural symbols featured on the new banknotes would promote learning and deepen young people’s understanding of the country’s rich history.
He further emphasised that the new banknotes were made from cotton and were expected to last longer than the old cedi notes.
Mr. Mahama also revealed that the new cedi notes would enter circulation on December 1, 2026.
The new cedi notes will circulate alongside the existing banknotes until the old notes are gradually withdrawn from circulation by the Bank of Ghana.
Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, also played an instrumental role in the introduction of the new Ghana cedi banknotes.
