Pres Mahama to attend cedi@60 launch
By Esther Korantemaa Offei
The national currency, the cedi, marks its 60th anniversary this year, an occasion the Bank of Ghana (BoG) is commemorating under the theme “60 Years of the Cedi: A Symbol of Sovereignty, Stability and Economic Resilience.”
The official launch of the Cedi@60 celebrations is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre, with President John Dramani Mahama attending as the Special Guest of Honour.
To mark this milestone, the Bank of Ghana has outlined a series of national activities aimed at reflecting on the cedi’s journey and reaffirming its role in Ghana’s economic story.
The national celebration will feature a Currency Conference bringing together leading experts from global central banks, academia and the private sector to reflect on six decades of Ghana’s monetary journey and explore the future of its financial system.
Other flagship activities include regional roadshows and public education campaigns on clean note handling and currency security.
There will also be youth-focused competitions in art, music and essays designed to deepen public appreciation of the history and significance of the cedi.
First introduced on July 19, 1965, the cedi has undergone several reforms and redesigns, evolving as a symbol of Ghana’s economic independence and resilience. Over the decades, it has stood as a testament to the nation’s sovereignty and commitment to economic stability.
According to the Bank of Ghana, the Cedi@60 initiative is more than a celebration; it is a strategic opportunity to strengthen public confidence in the currency, promote effective currency management, and inspire collective responsibility in safeguarding the integrity of the cedi for future generations.
