BoG unveils nationwide events for Cedi@60 anniversary
By Praisebell Rosemond Larbi
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has officially announced a lineup of nationwide activities to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Ghana cedi, which falls on July 19, 2025.
Under the theme “60 Years of the Cedi: A Symbol of Sovereignty, Stability, and Economic Resilience,” the central bank will mark the milestone with a series of educational, cultural, and public engagement events running from August through December 2025.
The celebration will kick off in August with a formal launch at the Accra International Conference Center. The BoG will also collaborate with the National Museum of Science and Technology to host mobile museum exhibitions showcasing the evolution of Ghana’s currency and its role in nation-building.
In the following months, the Bank will deepen public education through various initiatives, including: Stakeholder engagements on cash handling and hygiene under the “Keep the Cedi Clean” campaign; Demonstrations of the currency lifecycle (from printing to withdrawal) and Public education on security features under the ‘Know the Cedi’ initiative.
These activities aim to promote confidence in the national currency and enhance the public’s understanding of how the cedi
In September, the Bank will roll out community outreach forums and roadshows across various regions, collectively dubbed Cedi Week. The events will foster interactive dialogues with citizens, traders, and local stakeholders on the importance of currency care, financial literacy, and monetary stability.
October will feature student engagement initiatives, including essay competitions and educational seminars on currency management. Dubbed ‘CediFest,’ the month-long program will engage schools and colleges nationwide in discussions about the historical and economic significance of the cedi.
The main Cedi@60 anniversary event will be held in November 2025 at the Accra International Conference Center, organized in collaboration with the Currency Research Department of the BoG.
Celebrations will conclude in December with a Thanksgiving Service, bringing the curtain down on what the Bank describes as a national celebration of “our monetary sovereignty.”
The cedi was introduced on July 19, 1965, replacing the Ghana pound, shilling, and pence system in a bid to fully assert Ghana’s post-independence monetary independence.
Over six decades, it has undergone various reforms, including redenomination and digitization initiatives, to enhance its utility and security.
