Heritage Series Banknotes To Circulate From December 1 – BoG Governor
The newly redesigned Heritage Series banknotes will officially enter circulation on December 1, 2026, Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has announced.
He said the new banknotes would circulate alongside the existing series, which will remain legal tender, to ensure a smooth transition and prevent disruptions to economic activities.
Speaking at the launch of the Heritage Series banknotes on Thursday, November 12, Dr Asiama stressed that the introduction of the new notes would not invalidate the current banknotes.
He explained that keeping both series in circulation would give individuals, businesses and other economic operators enough time to adjust to the redesigned currency.
“The Heritage Series will be introduced into circulation from December 1, 2026, and will circulate alongside the existing series, and the existing series will remain legal tender,” he said.
Dr Asiama said the Bank of Ghana was committed to managing the transition carefully to maintain public confidence in the cedi and ensure continuity in the country’s payment systems.
He added that the gradual introduction of the new banknotes would minimise disruptions to transactions while allowing the public to become familiar with the redesigned currency.
“The Bank of Ghana remains committed to a well-managed transition that supports continuity in payments and reinforces confidence in the cedi,” he said.
