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Prez Mahama launches new Ghana heritage series banknotes
President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the Ghana Heritage Series banknotes, introducing a redesigned set of cedi notes expected to last longer than the existing ones.
The launch, held at the Bank of Ghana in Accra on Thursday November 12 2026, was attended by the Governor of the central bank, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams and other dignitaries.
Speaking at the event, President Mahama said the new banknotes are made from reinforced cotton paper to make them more durable than the old notes they are replacing.
According to him, the new banknotes will circulate alongside the existing ones, which will be gradually withdrawn by banks until the new series takes over completely.
President Mahama said the cedi had remained an important part of Ghana’s economic journey despite the challenges the country had faced over the years.
He added that the introduction of the new series was part of efforts to strengthen confidence in the national currency and improve its durability.
The President linked the currency upgrade to the government’s new economy programme, a four-year initiative estimated at $10 billion, which he said is aimed at transforming Ghana’s economy.
The Ghana cedi was first introduced in July 1965, replacing the Ghanaian pound. It has undergone several changes over the years, including the 2007 redenomination, which removed four zeros from the currency.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted two staff members of Aduman Senior High School over alleged sexual misconduct against a male student.
The teachers are Mr. Isaac Yankey and Mr. Palance Kwakye.
According to GES, Management received reports of the alleged sexual misconduct involving the two staff members against the male student.
Following receipt of the report, the matter was referred to the Police for investigation. The two staff members have since been arrested by the Police in connection with the alleged incident.
In addition, Management has interdicted the two teachers pending the outcome of the investigations.
The alleged victim has also been provided with psychosocial support to safeguard his well-being.
Management has assured the public that appropriate measures will continue to be taken to ensure that all students learn in a safe environment.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ministry of Health has cautioned the public against a fraudulent fundraising campaign being aired on Ghanaian televisions, which falsely solicits money to support patients seeking surgical treatment through Mercy Ships.
Mercy Ships International, an international Christian organisation providing free surgical care and education across Africa, currently has its hospital vessel, The Global Mercy, docked at the Tema Port.
The vessel is expected to provide free surgeries to more than 2,500 Ghanaians over a 10-month period ending in June 2027.
The Ministry has clarified that patients scheduled for treatment were identified and pre-screened ahead of the vessel’s arrival through a coordinated process involving Mercy Ships and the Ministry, based on established medical and eligibility criteria.
According to them, Mercy Ships is currently operating at full capacity and is not accepting additional patients for the ongoing field service.
The Ministry emphasised that payments or registrations through third parties will not guarantee access to treatment.
The fraudulent broadcast, featuring an organisation identified as ‘HELP Save LIFE Foundation,’ solicits financial contributions through an MTN Mobile Money account.
“The Ministry wishes to state categorically that the campaign is not affiliated with, authorised by or endorsed by Mercy Ships,” the statement noted.
They reminded the public that all medical services provided by Mercy Ships are entirely free, and no patient is required to make payments, donations or mobile money transfers to access treatment.
Members of the public have therefore been advised not to make payments, share personal or financial information with individuals claiming to facilitate access to the services, or engage with similar suspicious solicitations.
The ministry encouraged the public to rely solely on official Ministry of Health and Mercy Ships communication channels for accurate information on medical services and patient access.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
