The Board of the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited (GhIPSS), a subsidiary of the Bank of Ghana, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Clara B. Arthur as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GhIPSS, effective 1st September 2025.

Mrs. Arthur brings a wealth of experience in the financial services and technology industry, with a proven track record of leadership, innovation, and driving growth. Prior to joining GhIPSS, she held leadership positions at Fidelity Bank Ghana, E Process International S.A (Ecobank Group), and served in private consultancy roles, providing technical guidance and expert advice in IT and payment solutions.

Dr. Johnson Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana and Board Chairman of GhIPSS, stated: “We are confident that Mrs. Arthur will bring a fresh perspective and strategic vision to GhIPSS, and will help lead the institution into the next phase of growth and success.”

Commenting on her appointment, Mrs. Arthur said: “I am honoured to step into this role at this pivotal time. It is more of a return for me and I look forward to work alongside this talented team to continue the legacy of GhIPSS. Together we will continue to drive meaningful impact, embrace new opportunities, and shape a future in the payments industry that we can all be proud of.”

We also take this opportunity to thank Mr. Archie Hesse for his leadership and dedication during his tenure as CEO.

About GhIPSS

Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited (GhIPSS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bank of Ghana. It was incorporated in May 2007 with a mandate to implement and manage interoperable payment system infrastructures for banks and non-bank financial institutions in Ghana.

GhIPSS currently operates the following systems:

• National Biometric Smart Card Banking & Retail System – e-zwich®
• Cheque Codeline Clearing (CCC) & the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Systems
• National Switching and Processing System – gh-link™
• GhIPSS Instant Pay (GIP)
• GhanaPay Mobile Money

Its infrastructure is used by all banks in Ghana, including the ARB Apex Bank and its affiliates (the apex body for rural and community banks), savings and loans companies, international card schemes, mobile money operators, and fintechs.

Visit our website: www.ghipss.com