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Ghana's Virtual Asset Industry Body

Building Ghana's
Digital Asset
Future Together

The Chamber of Digital Assets & Blockchain Innovations Ghana Chapter — the authoritative voice of Ghana's virtual asset industry navigating the VASP Act 2025.

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Who We Are

Ghana's Authoritative Voice for Digital Assets

CDABI-GH is the Ghana Chapter of the Chamber of Digital Assets and Blockchain Innovations — the premier industry body representing virtual asset service providers, blockchain innovators, and digital finance enterprises operating under Ghana's emerging regulatory framework.

As Ghana navigates the landmark Virtual Asset Service Providers Act 2025, CDABI-GH serves as the critical bridge between industry operators and regulators — shaping policy, building compliance capacity, and positioning Ghana as West Africa's digital finance hub.

We engage directly with the Bank of Ghana, Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Intelligence Centre, Ghana Revenue Authority, and other key bodies to ensure pragmatic, innovation-friendly regulation.

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Policy Advocacy
Direct engagement with regulators to shape pragmatic VASP licensing and compliance frameworks.
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Compliance Support
AML/CFT certification, regulatory advisory, and VASP Act readiness assessments for members.
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Industry Networking
Connecting Ghana's VASP ecosystem — exchanges, custodians, issuers, and service providers.
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Continental Expansion
Charter Programme for CDABI chapter development across West Africa and beyond.
Regulatory Environment

Ghana's VASP Regulatory Framework

Ghana enacted the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154) — moving the country's digital asset market from a grey zone into a supervised, rules-based framework. Here is what you need to know.

✓ ENACTED — ACT 1154
Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025
Passed by Parliament of Ghana · Signed by the President · December 2025

Act 1154 establishes the legal foundation for the registration, licensing, and supervision of Virtual Asset Service Providers in Ghana. It creates a structured perimeter — defining who can operate, under what licence, with what controls, and which regulator is responsible.

BoG VASP Portal → SEC Press Release → Bill Text (PDF) →
Act 1154
Official Citation
Dec 2025
Date Enacted
Q1 2026
Operationalisation
2 Bodies
Dual Regulators
Regulatory Objectives
  • Safeguard financial stability and the integrity of the Cedi
  • Protect consumers and investors from fraud and market abuse
  • Strengthen AML/CFT and proliferation financing controls
  • Foster responsible innovation in the financial sector
  • Address cybersecurity risks in virtual asset operations
  • Promote international cooperation against financial crime
Key Provisions of the Act
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Provision 01 — Authority
Dual Regulatory Structure
The Bank of Ghana and SEC Ghana are named as primary regulatory authorities under the Act, with further regulators prescribable by the Minister of Finance. BoG oversees payment-related and custodial activities; SEC covers investment products, exchanges, and securities-related VA services. The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) handles AML/CFT coordination.
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Provision 02 — Licensing
Mandatory Registration & Licensing
Any entity conducting virtual asset activities in Ghana must register or obtain a licence — which regulator depends on the activity. This activity-based approach eliminates regulatory arbitrage, giving legitimate firms a clear path to operate and giving regulators enforceable hooks against bad actors. The BoG has confirmed its application portal will be live by end of Q1 2026.
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Provision 03 — AML/CFT
Full AML/CFT Compliance Required
VASPs must operate in line with the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044) — including full KYC procedures, ongoing transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting to the FIC, and implementation of the FATF Travel Rule for cross-border transfers. Non-compliance carries severe penalties including licence revocation.
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Provision 04 — Protection
Consumer & Investor Safeguards
The Act mandates disclosure and transparency requirements, data protection and cybersecurity standards, and operational safeguards to protect users. Supporting regulations will set out detailed requirements for disclosures, taxation, and operational standards. VASPs must also comply with Ghana's Data Protection Act.
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Provision 05 — VARO
New Supervisory Office: VARO
The Act establishes the Virtual Assets Regulatory Office (VARO) within the Bank of Ghana — a dedicated office to regulate and supervise Ghana's VA ecosystem. VARO works in collaboration with SEC and FIC. Contact: [email protected] · +233 (0)302 123 456.
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Provision 06 — Innovation
Regulatory Sandbox for VASPs
SEC Ghana is finalising a regulatory sandbox framework specifically for VASPs — providing a controlled environment to test innovative products under regulatory oversight. Open to: exchanges, trading platforms, issuance, tokenisation, VA ETFs, managers, advisors, and brokerage services. Applications open upon framework completion.
Scope of the Act

Who Must Register or Obtain a Licence?

Per the BoG's VASP Portal and the Act's Schedule — any entity in the following categories operating in Ghana must register or be licensed before conducting virtual asset activities.

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Virtual Asset Wallet Providers
Custodial and non-custodial
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Trading Platforms & Exchanges
Spot, derivatives, OTC
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Virtual Asset Investment Advisors
Advisory and portfolio services
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Virtual Asset Issuers
ICOs, token sales, primary issuance
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Virtual Asset Managers
Fund management and discretionary services
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Asset Tokenisation Services
Real-world asset tokenisation
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Stablecoin Issuers
GHS-pegged and foreign-currency-backed
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Virtual Asset Dealing Services
Market-making and principal trading
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VA Lending & Borrowing Platforms
DeFi-adjacent and centralised services
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VA Exchange-Traded Funds
Under SEC Ghana oversight
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VA Mining & Validation (Securities)
Where mining touches securities activities
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Fintech Innovators Using Virtual Assets
Payments, remittances, embedded VA features
Is your business captured by the Act? CDABI-GH offers an initial compliance consultation for member organisations preparing for licensing.
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CDABI-GH MEMBER SERVICES
VASP Act Compliance Support
CDABI-GH helps member organisations navigate every phase of the Act's requirements
LICENSING PREP
BoG & SEC Application Support
Gap assessments, documentation preparation, and submission support for VASP licence applications.
AML TRAINING
CDABI–GIMPA Certification
4-level, 264-hour joint certification programme covering all AML/CFT obligations under the Act.
POLICY ACCESS
Regulatory Advisories
Advance notice of regulatory developments, BoG/SEC consultation submissions, and position papers.
SANDBOX SUPPORT
SEC Sandbox Applications
Preparation and support for the SEC Ghana regulatory sandbox for innovative VASP products.
Full Compliance Service List
  • VASP Act 2025 regulatory briefings and member advisories
  • AML/CFT compliance gap assessments and remediation plans
  • CDABI–GIMPA Joint AML Certification Programme (4 levels, 264 hours)
  • BoG VARO registration and licensing preparation support
  • SEC Ghana licensing guidance for investment-related VASPs
  • FIC STR reporting procedures and documentation templates
  • FATF Travel Rule implementation guidance and tooling
  • Data protection and cybersecurity standards compliance
  • Working group participation (Taxation, Cybersecurity, CBDC)
  • Regulatory sandbox (SEC) application preparation
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Regulatory Bodies Under the Act
BoG
Bank of Ghana
Virtual Assets Regulatory Office (VARO)
Primary VASP licensing authority under Act 1154. VARO supervises wallet providers, custodians, payment VASPs, stablecoin issuers, and entities with implications for monetary policy or financial stability. Leads the Digital Cedi CBDC programme.
Primary LicensorVAROCBDC LeadStablecoins
bog.gov.gh/virtual-assets →
SEC
Securities & Exchange Commission Ghana
Co-Regulator, Investment & Securities VASPs
Co-regulator under Act 1154 for investment-related virtual asset activities. Licensing: exchanges, trading platforms, issuers, tokenisation, VA ETFs, managers, advisors, and brokerage. Currently finalising the VASP Regulatory Sandbox framework.
Investment VASPsExchangesSandboxVA ETFs
sec.gov.gh →
FIC
Financial Intelligence Centre
AML/CFT Enforcement Coordinator
Oversees AML/CFT compliance coordination across BoG and SEC-licensed VASPs. Receives Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), directs enforcement for severe violations, and leads Ghana's obligations under the FATF Recommendations and GIABA evaluations.
AML/CFTSTR ReportingTravel RuleEnforcement
fic.gov.gh →
GRA
Ghana Revenue Authority
Digital Asset Taxation Framework
Developing digital asset taxation guidelines — covering income tax on VA trading gains, VAT treatment of crypto transactions, and disclosure and reporting obligations for VASPs. CDABI-GH participates in GRA working groups to shape practical tax frameworks.
TaxationWorking GroupIn Development
gra.gov.gh →
NITA
National Information Technology Agency
Cybersecurity & Data Standards
Sets cybersecurity standards and data protection requirements for VASPs operating digital infrastructure in Ghana. Compliance with NITA standards and the Data Protection Act is explicitly referenced in the Act's supporting regulatory framework.
CybersecurityData ProtectionInfrastructure
nita.gov.gh →
GIABA
GIABA / ECOWAS
Regional FATF-Style Body, West Africa
FATF-style regional body coordinating West Africa's AML/CFT mutual evaluation programme. Ghana's VASP Act 1154 was partly shaped by GIABA compliance obligations. CDABI-GH contributes to Ghana's positioning in GIABA evaluations and regional regulatory harmonisation.
FATF AlignedMutual EvaluationWest Africa
giaba.org →
Policy & Legislative Tracker
Active Initiatives
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Initiative Lead Body Status CDABI-GH Role Industry Impact
VASP Act, 2025 (Act 1154)
Foundational legislation
 Parliament · BoG · SEC ✓ Enacted
Lead Advocate
 Mandates registration/licensing for all VASPs; establishes dual regulatory structure
BoG VARO Licensing Rules
Application portal opens Q1 2026
 Bank of Ghana · VARO Phased 2026
Member Readiness
 Mandatory for wallets, custodians, payment VASPs, stablecoin issuers
SEC VASP Regulatory Sandbox
Framework being finalised
 SEC Ghana Finalising
Sandbox Advisory
 Controlled testing for exchanges, issuance, tokenisation, VA ETFs, brokerage
SEC VASP Investment Guidelines
Investment product licensing
 SEC Ghana Draft Review
Policy Roundtables
 Governs VA ETFs, investment advisors, exchanges, and tokenised securities
AML/CFT Framework for Digital Assets
Act 1044 (AML Act 2020) application
 FIC · BoG Consultation
Working Group Member
 KYC, monitoring, STR reporting, and CDD obligations for all licensed VASPs
FATF Travel Rule Implementation
Cross-border VA transfers
 FIC Consultation
Technical Contributor
 Originator/beneficiary data sharing for cross-border virtual asset transfers
Digital Asset Taxation Guidelines
Tax treatment of VA income and gains
 Ghana Revenue Authority In Development
Working Group Member
 Tax treatment of crypto income, trading gains, and VASP reporting obligations
Digital Cedi (CBDC) Framework
BoG–National Bank of Rwanda pilot
 Bank of Ghana Pilot Stage
Ecosystem Observer
 CBDC interoperability with private VASP payment and custody infrastructure
Local Stablecoin Development Policy
GHS-pegged stablecoins
 Bank of Ghana Policy Development
Policy Contributor
 Framework for Cedi-backed stablecoins to protect monetary sovereignty
Data Protection & Cybersecurity Standards
NITA · Data Protection Commission
 NITA · DPC Research Stage
Advisory Input
 On-chain data privacy, penetration testing, and incident reporting for VASPs
West Africa VASP Regulatory Harmonisation
ECOWAS-wide licensing alignment
 GIABA · ECOWAS Research Stage
Regional Advocate
 Cross-border VASP licensing and AML compliance alignment across ECOWAS
CDABI × GIMPA Joint Certification Programme

AML Centre of Excellence

West Africa's premier virtual asset AML/CFT certification — signed at the Ghana Virtual Assets & Financial Services Symposium, February 17, 2026.

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Certification Levels
264
Contact Hours
31
Curriculum Modules
15+
West African Nations
LEVEL 1
VASP AML Compliance Foundations (Certificate)
56 Hours8 Modules
Core AML/CFT principles for virtual assets, Ghana's regulatory framework, and VASP-specific obligations under the VASP Act 2025.
Entry LevelAll Staff
LEVEL 2
VASP Risk & Transaction Monitoring (Certificate)
64 Hours8 Modules
Risk-based approach to VASP AML, blockchain analytics tools, transaction monitoring systems, and STR preparation for FIC reporting.
Compliance OfficersOperations
LEVEL 3
Advanced VASP Compliance Management (Diploma)
72 Hours9 Modules
Advanced AML Certification Programme design, FATF Travel Rule implementation, DeFi risks, regulatory liaison, and audit-readiness for VASPs.
Senior ComplianceManagers
LEVEL 4
VASP AML Leadership & Governance (Post-Graduate Diploma)
72 Hours6 Modules
Strategic AML governance, board-level oversight, cross-border regulatory coordination, and building VASP AML culture at the enterprise level.
C-SuiteBoard MembersMLROs
Programme Highlights
  • Developed jointly by CDABI-GH and GIMPA's Business School
  • Aligned with FATF Guidance on Virtual Assets (Updated 2024)
  • Ghana VASP Act 2025 and FIC regulatory requirements
  • Blockchain analytics — Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs
  • Case studies from West African VASP enforcement actions
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits awarded
Who Should Attend
  • VASP compliance officers and AML analysts
  • Cryptocurrency exchange operations teams
  • Digital asset custody and wallet providers
  • FinTech payment and remittance companies
  • Bank compliance teams servicing VASP clients
  • Regulatory examiners and FIC officers

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Upcoming Activities

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Historic signing of the CDABI–GIMPA Joint AML Certification Programme. 200+ industry leaders, regulators, and innovators in attendance.

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Technical working groups with BoG, SEC Ghana, FIC, GRA, and NITA shaping Ghana's VASP licensing rules and AML implementation guidelines.

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Organisations shaping Ghana's regulated digital asset industry.

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Governance

Leadership & Team

Executive Officers
Caleb Kwaku Afaglo
Caleb Kwaku Afaglo
President
CDABI-GH · Afrique Investment Ghana Ltd
DBA-qualified executive leading Ghana's digital asset regulatory transition. Former operations and consulting leader, Executive Director of The Doris Yaa Dartey Memorial Foundation.
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Del Titus Bawuah
Del Titus Bawuah
Vice President
CEO, Web3 Africa Group
Blockchain entrepreneur and Web3 leader driving ecosystem growth across Africa. CEO of Web3 Africa Group with expertise in digital asset management protocols.
LinkedIn
Johnson Normesinu
Johnson Normesinu Esq.
Secretary General
Legal Counsel, CDABI-GH
Legal expert specialising in digital asset law, regulatory compliance, and institutional governance. Leads CDABI-GH's constitutional and legal affairs.
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Standing Subcommittee Chairs
Mimi Kufuor
Mimi Kufuor
Chair, Communications Committee
Communications & PR Specialist
Strategic communications leader shaping CDABI-GH's narrative across media, government, and industry stakeholders in Ghana's digital finance ecosystem.
LinkedIn
Kofi Gyemfi
Kofi Gyemfi
Chair, Technology Committee
Blockchain Technology Lead
Blockchain technologist and smart contract expert overseeing CDABI-GH's technical standards work, cybersecurity guidelines, and blockchain infrastructure policy.
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Judith Koranteng
Chair, Regulatory Affairs Committee
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Leads CDABI-GH's regulatory engagement strategy with BoG, SEC Ghana, and FIC. Coordinates policy working group submissions and member regulatory briefings.
LinkedIn
Elisha Owusu Akyaw
Elisha Owusu Akyaw
Chair, Marketing & Outreach Committee
0G Labs · BlockXAfrica · Cointelegraph
Ghana's foremost blockchain marketing strategist. Founder of BlockXAfrica, former Binance Ghana Business Developer, Cointelegraph podcast host. Pioneer of West Africa's blockchain community outreach.
LinkedIn
Advisory Board
Carmelle Cadet
Carmelle Cadet
International Advisor
CEO & Founder, EMTECH
Global leader in CBDC infrastructure and regulatory sandbox design for central banks. Pioneering work on digital currency architecture in emerging markets.
LinkedIn
JF
Jida Fashola
Advisory Board Member
Cardano Foundation Africa
Leading blockchain adoption initiatives across the continent with regulatory collaboration and educational programmes at the Cardano Foundation.
LinkedIn
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Buchi Okoro
Advisory Board Member
CEO, Quidax
Co-founder and CEO of Quidax, one of Africa's leading crypto exchanges. Deep expertise in building compliant digital asset businesses for African markets.
LinkedIn
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Rajiv Nandwani
Advisory Board Member
Strategic Lead, Binance Africa
Orchestrates Binance's ecosystem development across Africa, pioneering compliance frameworks that bridge traditional finance and digital asset innovation.
LinkedIn
GQ
George Nii Armah Quaye
Advisory Board Member
Blockchain Policy Advisor
Seasoned digital finance policy advisor with extensive experience in Ghana's financial sector regulation and cross-border fintech governance frameworks.
LinkedIn
NP
Nish Patel
Advisory Board Member
Digital Asset Strategist
International digital asset strategist with expertise in institutional adoption, DeFi infrastructure, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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Abene Asante
Advisory Board Member
Fintech Innovation Lead
Championing fintech innovation and financial inclusion across West Africa, with particular focus on mobile money integration with blockchain payment rails.
LinkedIn
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Vineeth Bhuvanagiri
Advisory Board Member
Digital Assets Lead
Seasoned digital asset professional with deep expertise in institutional trading infrastructure, tokenisation frameworks, and emerging market digital finance.
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Media Centre

News & Press Coverage

FEATURED Inaugural Symposium · Feb 17–18, 2026
Graphic Online · Ghana News Agency · Citi Newsroom · B&FT · MyJoyOnline

Ghana Opens Crypto Regulatory Sandbox — Regulators & Industry Unite at CDABI-Organised Inaugural Symposium

The inaugural Ghana Virtual Assets and Financial Services Symposium — organised by CDABI under the theme "From Trust to Transparency: Building Ghana's Regulated Digital Asset Future" — brought together BoG, SEC Ghana, FIC, policymakers, compliance professionals and industry leaders at Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra, to implement the VASP Act 2025. SEC Deputy DG Mensah Thompson announced the imminent publication of Virtual Asset Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines. BoG Acting FinTech Head Owuraku Asare urged operators to develop local stablecoins to strengthen the cedi, and CDABI President Caleb Afaglo declared: "Ghana cannot afford to be left behind in the digital assets space."

📅 17–18 February 2026 📍 Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra 👥 200+ attendees
Graphic Online → News Ghana → Citi Newsroom → B&FT → Ghana News Agency → MyJoyOnline →
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Through collaboration between regulators, industry and stakeholders, we will build an ecosystem that commands both domestic confidence and international respect.
— Caleb Kwaku Afaglo, President, CDABI-GH · Inaugural Symposium, Feb 17, 2026
Video Coverage
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MyJoyOnline
MyJoyOnline · Feb 18, 2026
Cedi Safe Amid Digital Asset Growth — BoG at CDABI Symposium
BoG Acting FinTech Head Owuraku Asare addresses the symposium on digital asset regulation and cedi protection.
Watch Coverage →
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Citi Newsroom
Citi Newsroom · Feb 17, 2026
Virtual Asset Rules Should Not Displace Cedi — BoG
Citi TV coverage of the inaugural symposium with key regulatory addresses and panel discussions.
Watch Coverage →
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GhanaWeb
GhanaWeb · Jul 17, 2025
BoG Governor Engages CDABI on Virtual Asset Regulation
The landmark first meeting between BoG Governor Dr Johnson Asiama and CDABI-GH leadership at The Bank Square, Accra.
Read Coverage →
Press Articles
Symposium · Feb 17, 2026
Regulators and Industry Unite as Ghana Sets Guardrails for Virtual Asset Future
Graphic Online's coverage of the inaugural symposium — BoG and SEC signal coordinated push to build a regulated, innovation-driven virtual asset ecosystem. Del Titus Bawuah (VP, CDABI) calls for unity between institutions and innovators.
Graphic Online Read Article →
Symposium · Feb 19, 2026
Develop Local Stablecoins to Protect the Cedi — BoG to Virtual Assets Industry
The Business & Financial Times reports on BoG's call at the CDABI Symposium for locally-developed stablecoins to safeguard the cedi, and SEC's announcement of Digital and Online Foreign Exchange Trading Guidelines.
B&FT Online Read Article →
Symposium · Feb 18, 2026
Regulators Reaffirm Commitment to Virtual Asset Oversight
Ghana News Agency coverage: BoG and SEC reaffirm their roles at CDABI Symposium. SEC announces publication of Virtual Asset Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines within the week.
Ghana News Agency Read Article →
Regulatory · Feb 13, 2026
CDABI Deepens Partnership with SEC — Calls for Transparent Digital Asset Ecosystem
High-level engagement at SEC headquarters led by President Caleb Kwaku Afaglo with 20+ CDABI members. SEC DG James Klutse Avedzi endorses CDABI–GIMPA AML certification pathway; SEC invited to Symposium.
News Ghana · Ghanamma · GhanaWeb · GNA Read Article →
Regulatory · Feb 14, 2026
CDABI Urges SEC to Promote Transparent Digital Asset Ecosystem
Ghana Business News covers CDABI's call for structured regulatory–industry collaboration. SEC Deputy DG Mensah Thompson and DG James Klutse Avedzi engage on certification and oversight.
Ghana Business News Read Article →
Legislation · Dec 24, 2025
CDABI-GH Hails Historic Passage of Ghana's Virtual Asset Law
GhanaWeb reports CDABI-GH's statement hailing the VASP Act 2025: "When law meets innovation, confidence is born. Ghana has moved from experimentation to institution, from ambiguity to certainty."
GhanaWeb · Dec 24, 2025 Read Article →
Legislation · Dec 23, 2025
Industry Chamber Applauds Ghana's Virtual Asset Legislation as Historic
News Ghana covers CDABI-GH's December 23 statement commending Parliament, BoG, and SEC for passing the landmark VASP Bill — citing the Chainalysis 2025 ranking of Ghana among top-5 Sub-Saharan African countries by crypto volume.
News Ghana · Dec 23, 2025 Read Article →
Legislation · Dec 24, 2025
CDABI Commends Bank of Ghana and Parliament for Virtual Asset Legislation
Ghana News Agency publishes CDABI-GH's formal commendation of BoG Governor Asiama, the VASP technical teams, and SEC DG, describing their work as transforming "a complex frontier into a governed, credible, and investable ecosystem."
Ghana News Agency · Dec 24, 2025 Read Article →
Regulatory · Jul 17, 2025
BoG Governor Engages CDABI on Virtual Asset Regulation — First Formal Meeting
The landmark inaugural meeting between Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Asiama and CDABI-GH at The Bank Square. Governor assures Chamber of inclusion in all future stakeholder forums and outlines regulatory roadmap including VASP registration and sandbox launch.
GhanaWeb · Jul 17, 2025 Read Article →
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Partners, Regulators & Industry Associates
Active Committees

Working Groups

CDABI-GH operates through structured working groups that engage regulators, build technical standards, and develop industry positions on priority topics.

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Active

Taxation & Revenue Policy

Engaging the Ghana Revenue Authority on digital asset taxation frameworks, VAT treatment of crypto transactions, and profit reporting obligations under the VASP Act 2025. Developing CDABI-GH's submission on proposed tax rates and thresholds.

Chair: Regulatory Affairs Subcommittee Meets: Bi-weekly
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Active

Cybersecurity & Technology Standards

Working with NITA Ghana on cybersecurity requirements for VASPs — custody infrastructure standards, penetration testing requirements, incident reporting timelines, and data protection compliance under Ghana's Data Protection Act.

Chair: Technology Subcommittee Meets: Monthly
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Consulting

CBDC & Stablecoin Policy

Engaging the Bank of Ghana on its Digital Cedi CBDC pilot and emerging stablecoin guidelines. Contributing to the BoG's cross-border payment pilot with the National Bank of Rwanda, and analysing implications of foreign-backed stablecoins on the cedi.

Chair: President, CDABI-GH Meets: Monthly
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Institutional Recognition & Regulatory Engagement

Domestic regulatory partners and international body affiliations

REGULATORY PARTNERS — GHANA
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BoG Recognised
Engaged with BoG Governor
& VARO Policy Team
bog.gov.gh →
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SEC Ghana Partner
Formal engagement with
SEC DG & Deputy DG
sec.gov.gh →
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GIMPA Certified
Joint AML Certification
Programme signed Feb 2026
gimpa.edu.gh →
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GIABA Aligned
FATF-style body for
West Africa — AML/CFT
giaba.org →
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FIC Compliant
Financial Intelligence Centre
STR & AML framework
fic.gov.gh →
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VASP Act 2025
Established under Ghana's
landmark Act 1154
View Act Details →
INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATIONS
GBBC
Global Blockchain Business Council
The world's largest blockchain industry association — 500+ institutional members, 284 Ambassadors across 124 jurisdictions. CDABI-GH is pursuing affiliate membership to connect Ghana's VASP ecosystem to global regulatory conversations and standards bodies including ISO/TC 307.
gbbc.io →
INATBA
International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications
EU-based global DLT forum linking industry to regulators and policymakers. INATBA working groups on privacy, AML, and cross-border standards align directly with CDABI-GH's regulatory priorities under Act 1154 and FATF Travel Rule implementation.
inatba.org →
VASPA
Virtual Asset Service Providers Association — Africa
Pan-African VASP network promoting trust, innovation, and regulatory collaboration across the continent. CDABI-GH coordinates with VASPA on ECOWAS-wide regulatory harmonisation, cross-border VASP licensing alignment, and shared AML/CFT best practices for the region.
vaspa.org →
Knowledge Hub

Resources & Downloads

Compliance guidance, regulatory documents, and CDABI-GH position papers to help your organisation navigate Ghana's digital asset framework.

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Legislation
Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154)
Ghana's landmark VASP legislation signed by President Mahama. The primary legal framework for all virtual asset operations, licensing, and compliance in Ghana.
View on BoG VASP Portal →
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Compliance Guide
CDABI-GH Member AML Compliance Advisory
CDABI-GH's formal advisory to members on AML/CFT obligations under the VASP Act 2025 — covering STR reporting, customer due diligence, FATF Travel Rule, and record-keeping requirements.
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Policy Paper
CDABI-GH VASP Regulatory Sandbox Position Paper
CDABI-GH's formal response to the SEC Ghana regulatory sandbox framework, addressing innovation criteria, supervisory expectations, and consumer protection thresholds.
Request Document →
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Training
CDABI–GIMPA AML Certification Programme Brochure
Full curriculum overview of the 4-level, 264-hour VASP AML Certification Programme — module outlines, learning outcomes, assessment structure, and enrolment pathway.
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Checklist
VASP Licensing Readiness Checklist
A practical pre-licensing self-assessment tool for VASPs preparing to register with the Bank of Ghana — covering governance, AML/CFT, technology infrastructure, and capital requirements.
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Research
West Africa Digital Asset Harmonisation Report
CDABI-GH's analysis of cross-border VASP regulatory alignment across ECOWAS — comparing Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal's emerging frameworks and GIABA compliance requirements.
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Whether you're a VASP seeking compliance guidance, a regulator seeking industry input, or a media organisation covering Ghana's digital asset sector — we'd like to hear from you.

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CDABI-GH publishes regulatory intelligence, market research, and original analysis on Ghana's digital asset ecosystem — available to the public, with full archives for members.

Annual Report Coming March 2026

Ghana Digital Asset Industry Report 2026

CDABI-GH's inaugural annual report — a definitive overview of VASP Act implementation progress, licensing readiness data across Ghana's industry, compliance gaps, AML maturity benchmarking, and the regulatory roadmap for 2026–2027. The authoritative reference for policymakers, investors, and compliance professionals in Ghana's digital asset market.

📄 Full Report (~30 pages) 🌍 Available in English & French 📬 Available on Release
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Regular Series
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VASP Compliance Watch
Published within 48hrs of BoG/SEC guidance
Rapid-response regulatory alerts for members when BoG, SEC, or FIC issue new directives, circulars, or sandbox updates.
🌍
West Africa Digital Assets Brief
Monthly — every 1st Monday
Regulatory developments across ECOWAS — Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Sierra Leone — mapped against Ghana's own framework.
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CDABI-GH Position Papers
Quarterly or in response to consultations
Formal industry positions submitted to BoG, SEC, FIC, and GRA — on taxation, sandbox criteria, Travel Rule, and stablecoin policy.
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Members access the full archive — all advisories, position papers, consultation submissions, and compliance watch alerts, searchable and downloadable.
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Key Dates & Deadlines

Industry Calendar

Regulatory deadlines, CDABI-GH working group sessions, BoG consultations, and VASP industry events — all in one place.

FEB
17
CDABI-GH Event
Ghana Virtual Assets & Financial Services Symposium
Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra · CDABI–GIMPA AML Certification Programme signed · BoG, SEC, FIC in attendance
View Coverage →
Q1
2026
BoG Deadline
BoG VARO Licensing Application Portal Opens
Bank of Ghana has confirmed its VASP registration and licensing portal will go live by end of Q1 2026. All VASPs must register or obtain a licence under Act 1154.
BoG VASP Portal →
MAR
2026
CDABI-GH
Annual Industry Report 2026 — Public Release
CDABI-GH's inaugural Ghana Digital Asset Industry Report — covering VASP Act implementation, licensing readiness, AML compliance benchmarks, and 2026–2027 regulatory roadmap.
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TBC
2026
SEC Ghana
SEC VASP Regulatory Sandbox — Application Window Opens
SEC Ghana is finalising its VASP Regulatory Sandbox framework. Application window opens upon completion — open to exchanges, tokenisation platforms, VA ETFs, managers, and brokerage services.
SEC Ghana →
BI-WK
ONGOING
Working Group
Taxation & Revenue Policy Working Group
CDABI-GH's GRA engagement working group meets bi-weekly. Open to Full Members and Corporate Members. Developing CDABI's formal submission on digital asset tax treatment.
Request to Join →
FEB
2027
CDABI-GH
2nd Annual Ghana Virtual Assets Symposium
CDABI-GH is establishing the February symposium as an annual flagship event for Ghana's financial sector. Submit your interest for 2027 speaking and sponsorship opportunities.
Register Interest →

Have a VASP-related event or deadline to add? Submit to the calendar →

Careers in Virtual Assets

Jobs Board

Ghana's VASP Act 2025 is creating institutional demand for compliance professionals, AML officers, and blockchain specialists. CDABI-GH connects talent with the industry.

VD
VASP Industry — Open Role
AML Compliance Officer (VASP Act 2025)
Full-time
Seeking a certified AML professional to lead KYC/CDD programmes, STR reporting, and BoG VARO licensing compliance for a licensed or licensing-stage VASP in Accra. CDABI–GIMPA AML certification preferred.
AML/CFTAct 1154Accra
Register Interest →
FT
Fintech / Blockchain Sector
VASP Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Manager
Full-time
Lead the BoG/SEC VARO licensing process for a digital asset business entering Ghana's newly regulated market. Requires deep familiarity with Act 1154, the FATF Recommendations, and Ghana's AML Act 2020 (Act 1044).
Regulatory AffairsBoG VAROGhana
Register Interest →
CB
Blockchain & Web3 Sector
Blockchain Smart Contract Developer
Contract
Develop and audit smart contracts for a VASP preparing tokenisation and stablecoin services under the SEC Ghana licensing framework. EVM experience required; Cardano/Marlowe a plus.
Smart ContractsSolidityAccra / Remote
Register Interest →
Post a role — CDABI-GH members can list open positions at no charge. Associate non-members: GHS 200/listing.
Post a Role → Register as Talent →
Member Intelligence

Member Portal — Coming Soon

CDABI-GH is building a secure member intelligence portal — your dedicated hub for compliance intelligence, real-time regulatory updates, and member-exclusive resources.

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Gated Compliance Advisories

Full archive of VASP Compliance Watch alerts, BoG/SEC response memos, and FIC guidance — searchable and downloadable.

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Live Regulatory Dashboard

Real-time status of all policy initiatives, licensing deadlines, and consultation windows — with CDABI-GH's analysis of impact for your business type.

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Member Briefing Calls

Monthly members-only briefings with CDABI-GH leadership and guest regulators — recordings and transcripts in the portal.

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Document Templates

AML policy templates, STR reporting forms, KYC procedure frameworks, and licensing application checklists — pre-populated for Ghana's requirements.

Register for Early Access →
members.cdabi.com
📊 Dashboard
📄 Advisories
⚖️ Policy Tracker
📁 Documents
🎙️ Briefings
💼 Jobs Board
⚡ New Alert: BoG VARO issues circular on KYC standards — Read advisory →
14
Compliance Docs
Q1
Next Deadline
3
Open Calls
📄 VASP Compliance Watch #004 — 2 days ago
🌍 West Africa Brief — Feb 2026 — 1 week ago
📋 Licensing Checklist v2 Updated — 3 weeks ago
Be Part of Ghana's Digital Asset Future

Shape the Rules.
Lead the Industry.

Join CDABI-GH and be at the table where Ghana's digital asset regulations are being written.

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— Caleb Kwaku Afaglo, President, CDABI-GH