Ghanaians will continue using existing banknotes alongside the newly redesigned Heritage Series when the Bank of Ghana (BoG) introduces the new currency on December 1, 2026.
The arrangement is intended to ensure an orderly transition and prevent confusion or disruptions to financial transactions following the introduction of the redesigned banknotes.
Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, gave the assurance at the launch of the Heritage Series on Thursday, November 12, stressing that the introduction of the new currency would not invalidate banknotes currently in circulation.
He said both the existing notes and the Heritage Series would remain legal tender, allowing individuals, businesses and financial institutions adequate time to familiarise themselves with the new designs.
“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 central bank was committed to ensuring that the changeover did not undermine public confidence in the cedi or interrupt the smooth operation of the country’s payment systems.
He explained that the gradual introduction of the redesigned notes would give the public sufficient time to adjust while maintaining continuity in everyday cash transactions.
“The Bank of Ghana remains committed to a well-managed transition that supports continuity in payments and reinforces confidence in the cedi,” he added.
The Heritage Series is expected to enter circulation on December 1, 2026, with both generations of banknotes remaining in use during the transition.
