Ghana cedi ranked Africa's weakest currency in Q2 2026: See top 5

Ghana Cedi emerges as Africa’s weakest currency in Q2 2026 according to World Bank Cedi weakens slightly against the dollar and pound but gains marginally against the euro CountryCurrencyApprox.depreciationGhanaCediNearly 10%LesothoLotiOver 6%NamibiaDollarOver 6%South AfricaRandOver 6%EswatiniLilangeniOver 6% Ghana Cedi emerges as Africa’s weakest currency in Q2 2026 according to WorldThe Ghana cedi recorded the sharpest depreciation among 22 African currencies monitored by the World Bank during the second quarter of 2026, as the escalation of the Middle East conflict intensified pressure on currencies across the continent.