Achimota School has made history by becoming the only senior high school in Ghana to appear on a banknote, following the Bank of Ghana’s introduction of its new Heritage Series.
The school appears on the back of the new GH¢5 note, while the front shows the respected educationist Dr James Emman Kwegyir Aggrey.
Dominic Owusu, the Bank of Ghana’s Head of Currency Management, said the choice was made after discussions with the central bank’s management and other stakeholders.
The Bank of Ghana has launched upgraded Ghana Cedi notes with stronger security features, greater durability, and more portable sizes.
For the first time, the upgraded notes also showcase national heroes, historic sites, monuments, and Adinkra symbols.
