Ghana Set to Embrace Blockchain Payments with Trident Digital and Ripple

Trident Digital Tech Holdings is planning to introduce Ripple's RLUSD infrastructure in Ghana through a blockchain payments and tax pilot scheduled for mid-2026.

The rollout targets cross-border settlements for 2.1 million MSMEs, aiming to reduce transfer costs and improve transaction speed. By using the RLUSD stablecoin stack and blockchain payment rails, the system will support always-on settlement for businesses in Ghana.

A dedicated RLUSD/GHS liquidity pool will be established to facilitate efficient conversion between stablecoin balances and local cedi flows.

The pilot also links payment activity with government revenue systems, enabling automated tax collection for compliant business transactions. This integration is expected to support the growth of digital finance and compliance workflows for small businesses in Ghana.

Trident Digital plans to use the pilot as a model for other African corridors, expanding Ripple's RLUSD infrastructure beyond payments.