The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is set to commemorate 60 years of the Ghana Cedi with a series of national and international events, including a Global Currency Conference that will bring together central bankers, economists, and financial experts from across the world.
The celebration, themed “60 Years of the Cedi: A Symbol of Sovereignty, Stability, and Economic Resilience,” will be officially launched on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC), with President John Dramani Mahama as the Special Guest of Honour.
The Currency Conference aims to foster dialogue on monetary policy, economic stability, and the future of African currencies in a rapidly evolving global financial system. The event will feature participants from other central banks, academia, and the private sector.
According to the BoG, the Cedi@60 milestone presents “a strategic opportunity to reflect on six decades of monetary sovereignty, engage the public on the history and future of the currency, and promote pride in Ghana’s financial and cultural identity.”
Beyond the policy discussions, the anniversary will also include a national launch ceremony, a Cedi Van Regional Roadshow, exhibitions, outreach programs, and public education campaigns on clean note handling and currency security features. Youth competitions in music, art, essays, and quizzes will also form part of the celebrations to inspire awareness among students.
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The Cedi, introduced on July 19, 1965, marked Ghana’s economic independence and remains a key symbol of national identity and self-determination.
In a bid to extend the celebration’s reach, the EIB NETWORK will transmit the official launch live across its television and radio platforms, allowing Ghanaians across the country to join in the historic commemoration.
Through the Cedi@60 anniversary, the Bank of Ghana hopes to not only honour the past but also chart a new vision for the future of Ghana’s currency, one rooted in innovation, stability, and sustained economic growth.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
