Key takeaways
- Ghana has legalized cryptocurrency trading with the passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025.
- Under the new law, individuals will not be arrested for trading cryptocurrencies.
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Crypto trading is now legal in Ghana following the signing into law of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiamah has announced. The law provides a structured regulatory framework to oversee activities related to digital assets and address the risks associated with this fast-growing sector.
The move, first reported by Daily Graphic, removes the uncertainty that previously surrounded crypto transactions. It also provides authorities with the tools needed to protect consumers and maintain financial stability, according to Dr Asiama.
He highlighted that companies operating in the sector will now be subject to licensing, supervision and compliance requirements.
The governor said the law is designed to combat fraud and financial crime while encouraging innovation and financial inclusion, particularly among young technology-focused entrepreneurs. He added that strict regulation would attract responsible investors and fintech companies, thereby helping to diversify Ghana’s economy.
Ghana joins a growing list of African countries that have moved to formalize crypto oversight. Recently, Kenya legalized Bitcoin and other crypto assets, setting clear operational guidelines for exchanges within the country.
