The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has assured the public that existing cedi banknotes will remain legal tender when the newly redesigned Heritage Series enters circulation on December 1, 2026.

Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr Johnson Asiama, said the old and new banknotes would be used concurrently to ensure a seamless transition and avoid disruptions to economic activities.

He gave the assurance on Thursday, November 12, 2026 during the official launch of the Heritage Series, emphasising that the introduction of the redesigned currency does not mean the withdrawal or invalidation of existing notes.

Dr Asiama explained that maintaining both series in circulation would allow individuals, businesses and financial institutions sufficient time to familiarise themselves with the new banknotes.

“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.

He further assured that the central bank would oversee the rollout carefully to protect confidence in the cedi and ensure continuity in the country’s payment systems.

The gradual introduction, he noted, would help minimise inconvenience to the public while making it easier for people to adapt to the redesigned currency.

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