Bank of Ghana Partners with DASA 2026 to Advance Crypto Regulation and Innovation

• The Bank of Ghana has officially partnered with Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026.
• Senior officials from its newly established Virtual Assets Department will participate as speakers.
• The partnership reinforces Ghana’s shift from discussing crypto regulation to actively implementing its digital asset framework.
• The summit is expected to become one of Africa’s largest policy-focused digital asset events.

The Bank of Ghana has officially partnered with the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026. This marks a pivotal moment for Ghana’s evolving financial ecosystem.

Senior officials from the central bank’s newly established Virtual Assets Department have been confirmed as key speakers.

DASA 2026 is scheduled to take place from September 16 to 17, 2026, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra. The summit is poised to become one of the continent’s most significant policy-focused gatherings. The theme of this year’s summit is “From Policy to Prosperity: Scaling Digital Assets for Investment, Jobs & Economic Growth in Africa.”

Ghana’s participation in the event indicates there’s some alignment between regulatory oversight and economic development.

Who Will Represent the Bank of Ghana?

The Central Bank of Ghana is sending a high-level delegation to DASA 2026. Philip Kwaw Sebuabe, the Acting Head of the Virtual Assets Department, will lead the delegation.

He and his delegation will provide insight into the bank’s supervision strategies. Joining him are Dr. Seyram Pearl Kumah, Head of Policy and Research, and Tahiru Alhassan, Head of Oversight and Compliance.

Together, these senior officials will lead discussions focusing on Ghana’s regulatory landscape, legal compliance, and policy development. These conversations should provide industry participants with the insights needed to cultivate responsible financial innovation in the local market.

Why This Partnership Matters

The Bank of Ghana is actively participating in conversations with the virtual asset industry. In June 2026, the First Deputy Governor, Dr. Zakari Mumuni, delivered the keynote address at the Standard Chartered Digital Assets Summits.

Its participation in DASA 2026 is an extension of that communication. It solidifies Ghana’s commitment to engaging the industry as it transitions from theoretical policy discussions to the practical implementation of its national digital asset framework.

Ghana recently passed the foundational Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Act, which mandates that all VASPs operating in the country formally register with the central bank.

Lead organizer of DASA 2026, Mr Peter Frimpong Manso, described the partnership as a significant step for the industry.

What Will DASA 2026 Cover?

The extensive two-day agenda is structured to address the full spectrum of emerging financial technologies.

The first day of the summit is expected to cover policy, regulation & market infrastructure. The second day will focus on investments, talent & partnerships.

The summit will evaluate how institutional investment can be safely attracted to African Web3 startups through robust blockchain innovation, integration of artificial intelligence, and advanced cybersecurity protocols.

The event features closed-door policy roundtables, structural innovation showcases, and curated startup-investor matchmaking sessions designed to foster immediate market growth.

Ghana Moves From Policy Drafting to Implementation

Ghana’s proactive regulatory stance directly mirrors a continent-wide shift.

Nigeria continues to advance its crypto compliance measures. Kenya is actively conducting public consultations on the legal status of stablecoins. South Africa is refining its crypto tax guidance, and Zimbabwe has introduced its own formal VASP registration tracking systems.

Ghana’s active involvement at DASA 2026 positions the nation alongside these major economies.

Why This Matters for the Ecosystem

This is a clear signal that the Bank of Ghana recognizes the inevitability of digital finance and intends to mitigate its risks.

For Web3 founders, institutional investors, and fintech providers, the insights shared at DASA 2026 will outline how to operate legally within Ghana’s new framework while safely scaling technological innovation.

For a visual look at the venue and initial announcements for the upcoming event, you can watch the DASA 2026 Summit Overview, which covers key logistical details for the September gathering in Accra.

Originally published at https://cryptoafrica.news on July 8, 2026.

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