Cedi App to help the public identify new banknotes – BoG

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Twitter | Facebook | WhatsApp | Copy LinkThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced a Cedi App to help Ghanaians identify genuine banknotes and understand the security features of the newly launched Ghana Cedi Heritage Series.

The application is also expected to make information about the new banknotes more accessible to persons with visual impairments.

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, announced the initiative during the launch of the Heritage Series at Bank Square in Accra on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

He said the app would serve as an educational tool, providing users with information on the features of the new notes and helping them become familiar with the security measures incorporated into the redesigned currency.

Dr Asiama said the initiative was part of efforts to make currency education more inclusive and ensure that the public could easily access information about the new banknotes.

The Bank is also planning a nationwide public education campaign to reach communities across all regions, using major local languages. The campaign will focus on helping people recognise genuine banknotes and handle the currency responsibly.

The Heritage Series, which comes with enhanced security features, improved durability and smaller sizes, is expected to enter circulation on December 1, 2026.

The new notes will circulate alongside the existing banknotes, which will remain legal tender.