CSD Ghana Officially Launches Montran’s Advanced Post-Trade Infrastructure Platform

In a significant advancement for Ghana's financial sector, Central Securities Depository (GH) Limited—commonly referred to as CSD Ghana—has officially implemented a state-of-the-art post-trade infrastructure solution developed by Montran Corporation. This launch marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of market infrastructure within the country, aimed at enhancing efficiency and interoperability in the financial ecosystem.

The new platform integrates essential post-trade services including depository functions, settlements, registry management, and auction management into one robust and scalable system. With its full operational capability, the platform facilitates seamless interactions among key financial stakeholders such as the Ghanaian Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system, the Ghana Stock Exchange, Bloomberg, and GHIPSS. This holistic approach signifies a huge leap in improving the safety, efficiency, and interoperability of Ghana’s capital markets.

Joseph Oko Lartey, the CEO of CSD Ghana, emphasized the strategic importance of this upgrade, stating, “The launch represents a significant advancement for Ghana's capital markets. Our ability to deliver real-time, integrated, and secure services not only benefits our local stakeholders but also bolsters our global competitiveness. We are proud to partner with Montran to bring this transformation to fruition.”

The newly installed system replaces an increasingly fragmented and operationally constrained legacy infrastructure. With Montran's advanced architecture, CSD Ghana is now able to offer faster settlement cycles and enhanced liquidity management while increasing resilience to operational risks. The new system also aligns better with regulatory frameworks, enabling the institution to handle new asset classes and services as they emerge in the market landscape.

One of the significant features of this launch is the introduction of an investor portal, allowing real-time access to investors’ portfolio data and instant account openings. This feature not only improves user experience significantly but also promotes more inclusive participation in the market, a critical aspect for Ghana's evolving financial ecosystem.

Miguel Espinoza, Head of Capital Markets at Montran, remarked, “Our deployment with CSD Ghana is a key milestone for us. Our shared vision of financial modernization has now become a reality. This infrastructure equips Ghana’s capital markets with the agility, security, and transparency they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment.”

Overall, this implementation solidifies CSD Ghana's role as a regional leader in post-trade services and a driving force in the evolution of financial markets across Africa. With the partnership with Montran, CSD Ghana is set to deliver more robust and innovative financial services to meet the demands of a growing economy, ultimately contributing to the long-term development and sustainability of Ghana's capital markets.

About Montran Corporation

Montran is a leading provider of payment and capital market infrastructure solutions, serving some of the largest financial institutions around the globe, with critical operations in over 90 countries. To learn more about their services, visit www.montran.com.

About Central Securities Depository (GH) Limited

Central Securities Depository (GH) Limited is Ghana's primary post-trade institution, providing essential services such as deposit, settlement, registration, and auction management. As a cornerstone of the country’s financial infrastructure, CSD Ghana is committed to promoting transparency, efficiency, and long-term development in Ghana’s capital markets.