Bank of Ghana Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama has engaged Ghanaian content creators on X (formerly Twitter) over concerns regarding access to earnings from digital platforms.
The meeting, held at Bank Square, follows a statement issued by the central bank on April 20, 2026, addressing issues raised by creators about difficulties in receiving payouts.
During the engagement, Dr. Asiama acknowledged the growing importance of digital content creation to Ghana’s economy, likening it to traditional export sectors such as cocoa.
“We place a premium on what you are doing, just like the export of cocoa. If you have any issues with your payouts, we are ready to help,” he said.
He assured participants of the Bank’s commitment to resolving challenges affecting their earnings and emphasized the need for open communication between regulators and the creative community.
The Governor also encouraged content creators to form a formal association to streamline engagement with the central bank and facilitate quicker resolution of concerns.
Under Ghana’s foreign exchange regulations, proceeds from service exports—such as digital content earnings—can be received through Foreign Exchange Accounts held with local banks or through Ghana cedi accounts, provided transactions comply with regulatory requirements.
The engagement forms part of broader efforts by the Bank of Ghana to adapt regulatory frameworks to the evolving digital economy and support emerging sectors.
Source:www.kumasimail.com
