Accra, Ghana — The Bank of Ghana, in partnership with the Bank of England, today, November 10, 2025, hosted the inaugural Pan-African Central Bank Governors’ Conference, drawing together representatives from over 20 central banks across Africa and beyond.
Delivering the welcome address, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama underscored the evolving role of central banks and the persistent importance of credibility, leadership, and collaboration. Governor Asiama stressed the weight of their roles, stating, “We gather not as policymakers behind podiums, but as custodians of public trust — men and women who know what it means to carry a nation’s expectations in a single policy rate.”
He further acknowledged the demanding nature of central bank leadership, noting, “Leading a central bank has never been for the faint-hearted. We balance data with intuition, independence with coordination, and sometimes, optimism with insomnia.” The Governor also highlighted the spirit of partnership and learning driving the collaboration between the Bank of Ghana and the Bank of England. The two-day conference is set to focus on key themes in modern central banking: leadership, institutional credibility, independence, and accountability.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
