National Currency Marks Six Decades of Monetary Sovereignty and Economic Resilience
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is set to officially launch the "Cedi@60" celebrations, marking the 60th anniversary of Ghana's national currency, the cedi. The landmark event, themed "60 Years of the Cedi: A Symbol of Sovereignty, Stability, and Economic Resilience," will feature President John Dramani Mahama as the Special Guest of Honour.
The official launch is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre. This commemoration offers a strategic opportunity for the nation to reflect on six decades of its unique monetary journey since the cedi was first introduced on July 19, 1965, symbolizing the country's economic independence.
Currency Conference and Public Engagement Initiatives
The centrepiece of the anniversary is a major Currency Conference, which will gather leading financial experts. This includes representatives from global central banks, renowned figures from academia, and leaders from the private sector. The conference aims to facilitate high-level discussions reflecting on the cedi’s historical path and to explore strategies for the future stability and trajectory of Ghana's financial system.
Beyond the formal conference, the BoG has planned a series of flagship public engagement activities designed to deepen national appreciation for the local currency:
Regional Roadshows: Events across the country will ensure the anniversary is celebrated nationwide.
Public Education Campaigns: These campaigns will focus on crucial topics such as clean note handling and ensuring the security of the currency against counterfeiting.
Youth-Focused Competitions: Art, music, and essay competitions will be held to engage the youth and promote a stronger understanding of the cedi’s history and national importance.
Fostering Confidence and Protecting Integrity
The Bank of Ghana views the Cedi@60 commemoration as more than a historical celebration; it is a strategic effort to strengthen public engagement on effective currency management. By highlighting the cedi’s resilience through multiple economic reforms and redesigns over the past six decades, the BoG aims to revive national confidence in the currency as a fundamental pillar of economic identity and stability.
The anniversary is expected to generate a renewed sense of public responsibility towards protecting the integrity of the cedi, ensuring its legacy and value are maintained for future generations of Ghanaians. The presence of President Mahama underscores the national significance of the currency as a symbol of Ghana’s lasting economic sovereignty.