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Ghana Cedi: 8 illegal currency practices that could land you in jail

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Ghana Cedi: 8 illegal currency practices that could land you in jail

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reminded the public that several common ways of handling Ghanaian currency constitute offences under the Currency Act, 1964 (Act 242).

According to the central bank, such conduct may amount to tampering, alteration, defacement or improper use of currency under Act 242.

The central bank has stressed that members of the public should avoid any action that affects the condition, appearance or usability of Ghana's currency.

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