The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has officially partnered with the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026. This collaboration marks a significant step towards strengthening Ghana’s growing digital assets ecosystem.
This partnership received formal approval from the Bank’s Management. The Bank of Ghana will contribute through knowledge sharing and high-level speaking engagements at the summit. This participation highlights the BoG’s commitment to responsible innovation and stakeholder engagement.
This initiative aligns with Ghana’s broader economic objective to develop a robust digital finance sector. The Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154), provides a legal framework for this growth. The BoG’s involvement ensures a coherent approach to regulation and market development.
Peter Frimpong Manso, Lead Organiser of DASA 2026, highlighted the significance of the partnership. He stated, "The Bank of Ghana's decision to partner with DASA 2026 is a significant milestone." He added that it reflects the shared commitment to advancing responsible innovation.
This partnership will elevate DASA 2026 as a key platform for policy discussions across Africa. Policymakers, financial institutions, and innovators will explore practical approaches. These approaches will encourage innovation while protecting financial stability and consumers.
The summit will take place on September 16–17, 2026, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra. It will host over 500 delegates from Africa and beyond. The theme for 2026 is “From Policy to Prosperity: Scaling Digital Assets for Investment, Jobs & Economic Growth in Africa.”
Three senior officials from the BoG’s Virtual Assets Department will participate in the discussions. Mr. Philip Kwaw Sebuabe, Acting Head of the Department, will join. Dr. Seyram Pearl Kumah, Head of Policy and Research, will also attend. Mr. Tahiru Alhassan, Head of Oversight and Compliance, completes the team.
These officials will offer insights into Ghana’s evolving regulatory landscape. Their participation will also shed light on the Bank’s vision for responsible digital asset innovation. The summit will cover critical areas such as regulatory frameworks for digital assets and tokenisation of real-world assets. Other topics include institutional investment, stablecoins, and cross-border trade finance.
DASA 2026 will also address blockchain-driven job creation, cybersecurity, and digital market infrastructure. Innovation showcases and investor-startup matchmaking sessions are also planned. This comprehensive agenda aims to accelerate the growth of Africa’s digital asset industry. The Bank of Ghana’s active role underscores its dedication to fostering a secure and innovative digital finance future for Ghana.