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Ghana Launches Gold Coin to Boost Financial Markets and Investment Options

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Ghana Launches Gold Coin to Boost Financial Markets and Investment Options

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveiled a new financial instrument, the Ghana Gold Coin (GGC), in a move aimed at deepening the country’s financial markets and providing citizens with a novel investment opportunity. The announcement, made by BoG Governor Dr. Ernest Addison, marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s monetary policy and gold market integration.

The GGC, available in denominations of 1 oz, 1/2 oz, and 1/4 oz, is manufactured from 99.99% pure gold sourced from responsibly mined deposits within Ghana. Each coin features the national Coat of Arms on the obverse and the iconic Independence Arch on the reverse, symbolising the country’s sovereignty and rich gold heritage.

“This initiative is a testament to our unwavering commitment to deepen financial markets by offering other avenues for savers to invest,” Dr. Addison stated during the launch event at the sidelines of the 120th MPC Press Briefing. The move comes as Ghana, Africa’s second-largest gold producer, seeks to leverage its natural resources to strengthen its financial sector and provide economic stability.

The introduction of the GGC serves Ghana’s multiple purposes. Primarily, it allows the central bank to manage liquidity more effectively by mopping up excess cedi in the banking sector. This tool will complement existing monetary policy instruments such as Bank of Ghana Bills and overnight deposits in open market operations.

For Ghanaian residents, the GGC represents a unique opportunity to invest in a tangible asset with historical value preservation qualities. “Gold has shown remarkable resilience as a financial asset and can serve as a natural hedge during periods of economic turbulence,” Dr. Addison explained, emphasising the coin’s potential to democratise access to this enduring financial asset.

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The pricing mechanism for the GGC is tied to international gold markets, with the base price determined by the previous day’s London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Auction PM Price. The BoG will publish daily prices on its website, with transactions conducted through commercial banks in Ghana Cedis.

To ensure the integrity of the GGC program, the central bank has implemented strict Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) safeguards. These measures aim to prevent the coins from being used in illicit financial activities, a concern often associated with high-value, portable assets like gold.

 

The launch of the GGC aligns with broader trends in central banking, where national mints are increasingly issuing gold coins as both collector items and investment vehicles. However, Ghana’s approach is notable for its focus on domestic investors and its integration with the country’s gold mining sector.

As Ghana continues to navigate economic challenges, including high inflation and currency depreciation, the GGC represents an innovative approach to monetary policy and financial market development. The success of this initiative will be closely watched by other resource-rich African nations looking for ways to strengthen their financial systems and offer citizens new investment options.

The Bank of Ghana has promised to release a comprehensive Q&A document to address potential investor queries, as the country embarks on this bold financial experiment.

Source: NorvanReports
Via: Norvan Acquah-Hayford APR, Managing Editor
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