The Bank of Ghana has announced a series of national events to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Cedi, Ghana’s sole legal tender since July 19, 1965.
The milestone, marked as Cedi@60, is set to celebrate six decades of the currency as a symbol of Ghana’s economic sovereignty, resilience, and national pride.
In a statement signed by the Secretary of the Bank of Ghana, Ms. Sandra Thompson, the Central Bank disclosed that the celebration will run from July to December 2025, featuring a variety of activities, including official launch events, public exhibitions, educational campaigns and stakeholder forums.
“On 19th July, 2025 the Cedi will mark 60 years as Ghana’s sole legal tender,” the statement read.
“Since its issuance on 19th July, 1965 to replace the Ghanaian Pound… the Cedi has remained a strong symbol of Ghana’s economic sovereignty and development.”
Over the past 60 years, the Cedi has undergone several transformations to meet the shifting dynamics of the Ghanaian economy, including re-denominations, the introduction of new denominations, security features and digitization efforts aimed at fostering trust and stability.
“The Cedi has evolved through several modifications in form and policy direction,” Ms. Thompson noted.
“Ghana’s tenacity, innovation and quest for economic stability are all embodied in the Cedi’s reforms, from the first note and coins to the safe currency we use today.”
According to the Bank, the upcoming celebration will offer an opportunity for the public to reflect on the journey of the national currency, assess progress made and reaffirm a shared commitment to preserving its integrity and value.
“This anniversary offers an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on the history of the Cedi to celebrate the progress made and to reaffirm our collective responsibility to protect the value and integrity of the currency,” the statement emphasised.
“In addition to being a medium of exchange, the Cedi is a symbol of our pride, heritage and shared aspirations for a prosperous future.”
The Central Bank also used the occasion to call on the public, institutions, organisations, stakeholders, and development partners to support and participate in the commemorative events.
“The Bank of Ghana extends an invitation to the public… to join the Bank in celebrating this important milestone,” the statement said, adding that more details will be released in due course.
The Bank reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the stability of the Cedi, which it described as essential to ensuring macroeconomic stability and safeguarding the purchasing power of citizens.
“The Bank of Ghana is committed to maintaining a stable Cedi in pursuit of stability in the general level of prices,” the statement concluded.
