BoG Governor engages X content creators on service export proceeds

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has engaged Ghanaian content creators on X (formerly Twitter) over concerns surrounding access to digital platform payouts.

The meeting, held at Bank Square on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, follows a statement issued by the central bank on April 20, addressing challenges raised by creators regarding delays and restrictions in receiving earnings from global digital platforms.

During the engagement, Dr Asiama underscored the economic importance of digital content creation, drawing parallels with traditional export sectors.

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“We place a premium on what you do, just like the export of cocoa,” he said, highlighting the growing role of the digital economy in Ghana’s foreign exchange inflows.

He assured participants of the Bank’s readiness to support them in resolving payment challenges.

“Therefore, if you have any issues with your payouts, we are ready to help,” the Governor stated. “We are making ourselves accessible so that we resolve all the issues that you have.”

Dr Asiama further encouraged the creators to organise into a formal association, noting that a structured body would enhance engagement and enable faster resolution of concerns.

“We are interested in what you are doing and will do everything to facilitate your work,” he added.

The meeting also provided an opportunity for creators to share firsthand experiences with payment systems, including challenges with cross-border transactions, platform compliance requirements, and banking processes.

The Central Bank reiterated that, under existing foreign exchange regulations, proceeds from service exports, including digital content monetisation, may be received through Foreign Exchange Accounts held with banks in Ghana or through Ghana cedi accounts, provided transactions comply with regulatory requirements.

The engagement signals a broader shift by the central bank to recognise and integrate Ghana’s growing digital creator economy into formal financial systems, as authorities explore ways to streamline cross-border payments, enhance transparency, and boost foreign exchange earnings from non-traditional exports.