Cedi@60: Cedi remains symbol of national sovereignty – Ato Forson

Cedi@60: Cedi remains symbol of national sovereignty – Ato Forson

Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the Ghana cedi as a proud symbol of the country’s identity and sovereignty as the nation marks 60 years since the currency was first introduced. Speaking at the Cedi@60 celebration held today, October 28, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre, Dr. Forson noted that the currency represents more than just a means of exchange. He mentioned that it is part of Ghana’s national pr…

Ghana launches year-long celebration to mark 60 years of the cedi

By Ruth Serwaa Asare Ghana has launched a year-long celebration to commemorate 60 years since the introduction of its national currency, the cedi, under the theme “Our Currency, Our Confidence.” The launch, held in Accra, brought together high-profile dignitaries including the Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang; the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson; and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Bandit Asiamah, who describe…

Cedi @60: Ghana Cedi Hasn’t Just Recovered, It’s Soared – Vice President Hails Currency’s Resilience

At the Accra International Conference Center, Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang led the launch of Cedi @60, a commemoration of Ghana’s national currency that has served as both a symbol of sovereignty and a measure of economic resilience since 1965.  Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice President described the milestone as not just a celebration of history but also a reflection on how far the nation has come in reclaiming economic…

Bank of Ghana launches year-long celebration to mark Cedi@60

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has officially launched a year-long celebration to mark the 60th anniversary of the Ghana cedi, the country’s national currency. The Cedi@60 commemoration, unveiled on October 28, 2025, in Accra, aims to reflect on the currency’s evolution and its role in advancing Ghana’s economic independence and development since its introduction in 1965. Speaking at the launch, BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama announced that the…

Cedi at 60: Tracing Ghana’s Currency Journey from Cowries to the Modern Ghana Cedi

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has begun celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the Ghana Cedi, starting Tuesday, 28 October 2025. The commemoration features a series of national events designed to highlight the currency’s historical and economic significance. The official launch ceremony is taking place at the Accra International Conference Centre, with President John Mahama as the Special Guest of Honour. As part of this milestone, here is a de…

Bank of Ghana Launches Cedi@60 Anniversary Celebration Today

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-launches-cedi60-anniversary-celebration-today/The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is launching the Cedi@60 anniversary today at the Accra International Conference Centre, marking sixty years since Ghana introduced its own currency, with President John Mahama as special guest of honor. The event is more than nostalgic commemoration. It represents a m…