The Bank of Ghana’s new Heritage Series banknotes showcase eight notable Ghanaians, historic sites and traditional symbols. Together, they celebrate the nation’s history, cultural identity and role in national development.
President John Dramani Mahama unveiled the eight denominations on Thursday, November 12, 2026. They represent different parts of Ghanaian society, including commerce, religious diversity, education, justice, culture, freedom, international peace and national sovereignty.
Each banknote has a unique design. The people and cultural symbols featured on them were chosen to reflect important moments, institutions and values that have helped shape Ghana.
At the launch, President Mahama said the people, landmarks and symbols featured on the notes would bring Ghana’s history closer to younger generations and help them value the country’s heritage.
The GH¢1 note honours Ghana’s commercial heritage and women’s contributions to economic life. It features Agnes Oforiwa Tagoe-Quarcoopome, who supported the struggle for independence and holds an important place in Ghana’s banking history. The reverse shows market women at Makola Market, together with the Adinkra symbol Bɛsɛ saka, which stands for abundance, prosperity and unity.
The GH¢2 note celebrates religious diversity and peaceful coexistence. It features the late Cardinal Peter Porekuu Dery, a leading figure in the Catholic Church. On the reverse is the Larabanga Mosque, considered Ghana’s oldest mosque. The note also includes the Nyame Dua symbol, representing Ghana’s indigenous spiritual heritage and highlighting religious tolerance, freedom of belief and peaceful coexistence.
The GH¢5 note centres on education and the pursuit of knowledge. It features the respected educationist James Emmanuel Kwegyir-Aggrey. Achimota School appears on the back, alongside the Adinkra symbol Nea Onnim No Sua A, Ohu, which highlights the value of learning, knowledge and wisdom. The design also stresses that girls and boys should have equal access to education.
The GH¢10 note honours women’s contributions to justice and equality through a portrait of Justice Annie Jiagge. It includes the Adinkra symbol Epa, a sign of law and justice that underscores fairness, equal opportunity and respect for everyone’s rights. The Supreme Court building is shown on the reverse.
The GH¢20 note celebrates Ghana’s artistic and cultural heritage with a portrait of Dr. Ephraim Amu, whose work in music and cultural expression remains an important part of the country’s history. The Adinkra symbol Dono, inspired by the traditional talking drum, connects music, rhythm and performance with the preservation of Ghanaian traditions. The National Theatre appears on the reverse.
The GH¢50 note highlights national identity, freedom and self-determination. It honours Theodosia Salome Okoh, who designed Ghana’s national flag, with her portrait on the front. The design also features the Adinkra symbol Fawohodie, which represents freedom and independence, while Jubilee House is shown on the reverse.
The GH¢100 note focuses on Ghana’s role in international peace and diplomacy and features former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan. The reverse refers to the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, while the Adinkra symbol Bi Nka Bi represents peaceful coexistence and discourages conflict. Together, these elements highlight Ghana’s efforts to promote international cooperation and peacekeeping.
The GH¢200 note is the highest-value note in the series and honors Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. His leadership played a key role in Ghana gaining independence in 1957. The note also features the Adinkra symbol Adinkrahene, which represents leadership, authority and greatness, reflecting the country’s sovereignty and right to determine its own future. The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum appears on the back of the note.
