🔥 Trending Zeepay Ghana's E-Money License Revoked: What You Need to Know
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has revoked the Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer (DEMI) license of Zeepay Ghana Limited, effective July 14, 2026 23. This action was taken due to multiple regulatory breaches and the company's persistent failure to comply with regulatory directives 345.
Details of the Revocation
The revocation was made in accordance with Section 13 of the Payment Systems and Services Act, 2019 (Act 987) 27. The BoG cited "multiple regulatory breaches" and "persistent non-compliance" with directives as the primary reasons for this decision 456.
Key Reasons for Revocation:
- Multiple Regulatory Breaches: Zeepay Ghana Limited was found to have committed numerous violations of the established regulations governing electronic money issuers 35.
- Persistent Failure to Comply: The company consistently failed to adhere to directives issued by the central bank, indicating a systemic issue with compliance 36.
- Risks to Customers and Payment System: The BoG indicated that these breaches posed risks to customers and the overall integrity of the country's payment system 10.
This is not the first instance of regulatory action against Zeepay Ghana Limited. Previously, the Bank of Ghana had fined the company and suspended its forex license for breaching clause 7.3 (a) of the Inward Remittance regulations 9.
The revocation means that Zeepay Ghana Limited can no longer operate as a Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer in Ghana 16. Customers are advised to seek support regarding their funds and services 10.
Sources
- 1Notice No.21 - Revocation of the Licence of ZEEPAY Ghana Limited - Bank ... bog.gov.gh
- 2Bank of Ghana revokes the license of Zeepay ghanabusinessnews.com
- 3Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's DEMI licence over regulatory breaches thebftonline.com
- 4Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's licence over regulatory breaches ghanaweb.com
- 5Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's licence over e-money violations myjoyonline.com
- 6Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay Ghana's electronic money issuer licence africabusinessinsight.com
- 7BoG revokes Zeepay Ghana's electronic money issuer licence ourhomelandghana.com
- 8BoG revokes Zeepay's Electronic Money Licence over regulatory ... ghanaguardian.com
- 9Fine and Suspension of Forex Licence of Zeepay Ghana Limited - Bank of ... bog.gov.gh
- 10Bank of Ghana revokes Zeepay's licence over regulatory ... - Pulse Ghana pulse.com.gh
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