The New Cedi Notes Are Intentionally Designed To Be Smaller And Easier To Handle – President Mahama

According to a report by GHOne TV today being Thursday, November 12, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that the newly introduced Heritage Series Cedi banknotes have been produced using reinforced cotton paper, a material designed to make them more durable and longer-lasting than the existing banknotes.

According to the President, the new currency notes have been manufactured with improved materials intended to withstand the regular handling and circulation associated with everyday financial transactions. The reinforced cotton paper is expected to give the notes greater resistance to wear and tear, allowing them to remain in circulation for a longer period.

Mahama’s remarks highlight one of the key features of the Heritage Series, which is being introduced as part of efforts to improve the quality and durability of Ghana’s banknotes.

Banknotes are frequently handled by individuals, traders, businesses and financial institutions, making durability an important consideration in their production. Notes that deteriorate quickly often have to be replaced, creating additional costs associated with printing and currency management.

The use of reinforced cotton paper is therefore expected to help address some of these challenges by improving the lifespan of the new banknotes and reducing the frequency with which damaged notes need to be replaced.

The introduction of the Heritage Series has attracted public attention, particularly as Ghanaians look forward to becoming familiar with the new currency and its features.

The development also forms part of the broader transition involving the gradual withdrawal of the existing banknotes as the new series becomes more widely available through financial institutions.

President Mahama’s explanation provides further insight into the materials used in producing the new currency, with durability identified as an important feature intended to improve its performance in circulation.

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