04/06/2020: Exchange rate stabilization
Efforts were made to stabilize the exchange rate of the Djiboutian franc to reduce inflation and encourage economic growth.
26/01/2016: New N$100 and N$200 Banknotes Introduced
Namibia introduced new banknotes of N$100 and N$200 denominations to address the need for higher-value currency in the growing economy.
01/09/2013: Replacement of coins with bi-metallic coins
Coins of lower denominations of the Djiboutian franc were replaced with bi-metallic coins.
30/08/2012: Introduction of N$10 Commemorative Banknote
Namibia introduced a commemorative banknote of N$10 to celebrate the centenary of the country's struggle for independence.
27/10/2008: Financial Crisis Impact
Due to the global financial crisis, the Namibian dollar experienced a depreciation against major currencies, affecting the country's economy.
01/01/2002: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes of the Djiboutian franc were introduced with enhanced security features.
01/01/2002: Replacement of Old Banknotes
Old banknotes of the Namibian dollar were demonetized, and new banknotes became the only valid currency.
01/06/1999: Introduction of New Banknotes and Coins
New series of banknotes and coins were introduced in Namibia, featuring indigenous wildlife and cultural symbols.
15/09/1997: Second devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 33% as a result of economic instability and high inflation.
30/08/1993: Dollarization of Namibia
Namibia adopted the Namibian dollar as its sole legal tender, replacing the South African rand as the official currency.
21/03/1990: Independence of Namibia
Namibia gained independence from South Africa, leading to the introduction of the Namibian dollar as the official currency of the newly established country.
08/05/1977: First devaluation
The Djiboutian franc was devalued by 50% due to economic difficulties faced by the newly independent country.
27/06/1973: Independence from France
Djibouti gained independence from France and the Djiboutian franc became the national currency.
01/01/1949: Introduction of the Djiboutian franc
The Djiboutian franc was introduced as the official currency of French Somaliland, replacing the French franc at a 1:1 exchange rate.