Historic Hong Kong dollar Kenyan shilling

Hong Kong dollar kenyan shilling history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 20.863 (05/02/2024) and the lowest 20.458 (04/02/2024). The difference between high and low is 1.94.

HKD KES average rate for February 2024 is 19.42415, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +9.21 %.

01 February 20241 HKD = 20.40 KES
02 February 20241 HKD = 20.46 KES
03 February 20241 HKD = 20.46 KES
04 February 20241 HKD = 20.46 KES
05 February 20241 HKD = 20.79 KES
06 February 20241 HKD = 20.62 KES
07 February 20241 HKD = 20.46 KES
08 February 20241 HKD = 20.46 KES
09 February 20241 HKD = 20.33 KES
12 February 20241 HKD = 20.58 KES
13 February 20241 HKD = 20.34 KES
14 February 20241 HKD = 20.27 KES
15 February 20241 HKD = 19.76 KES
16 February 20241 HKD = 19.12 KES
17 February 20241 HKD = 18.53 KES
18 February 20241 HKD = 18.54 KES
19 February 20241 HKD = 17.92 KES
20 February 20241 HKD = 18.48 KES
21 February 20241 HKD = 18.54 KES
22 February 20241 HKD = 18.54 KES
23 February 20241 HKD = 18.54 KES
24 February 20241 HKD = 18.53 KES
25 February 20241 HKD = 18.53 KES
26 February 20241 HKD = 18.15 KES
27 February 20241 HKD = 18.60 KES
28 February 20241 HKD = 18.53 KES
29 February 20241 HKD = 18.52 KES

01/10/2019: New Generation Banknotes

Kenya introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features and design elements to fight illicit financial activities.

01/07/2010: Introduction of New Currency Denominations

Kenya introduced new currency denominations, including the 1000 shilling note, to combat money laundering and illegal financial activities.

18/05/2005: Removal of Ten Hong Kong Dollars Note

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the removal of the HKD 10 paper note from circulation, encouraging the usage of electronic payment methods and reducing printing costs.

01/07/1997: Hong Kong's Handover to China

Hong Kong was officially handed over to China, marking the end of British colonial rule but maintaining the Hong Kong Dollar as its currency under the 'one country, two systems' principle.

14/09/1994: Transition to New Currency

Kenya introduced a new design of banknotes and coins to counter counterfeiting and promote national identity.

17/10/1991: Linked Exchange Rate System

The Linked Exchange Rate System (LERS) was implemented, establishing a narrow trading range of HKD 7.75 to 7.85 against the U.S. Dollar, backed by stringent measures to maintain stability.

01/07/1985: Second Devaluation of the Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was further devalued by 30% as part of economic reforms and structural adjustments.

31/12/1983: Joint Declaration on the Future of Hong Kong

The Sino-British Joint Declaration was signed, affirming Hong Kong's return to China in 1997 and ensuring the continuity of the Hong Kong Dollar as its official currency.

14/09/1980: Devaluation of the Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was devalued by 30% as part of an austerity measure to address the country's economic challenges.

22/05/1972: Pegging to the U.S. Dollar

As the British Pound faced pressures in the foreign exchange market, Hong Kong decided to switch the peg to the U.S. Dollar at a rate of HKD 5.65 to USD 1.

14/06/1969: Decimalization of the Shilling

Kenya decimalized its currency, dividing the shilling into 100 cents for easier transactions and financial calculations.

14/06/1966: Introduction of the Kenyan Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was introduced as the official currency of Kenya replacing the East African shilling as a result of Kenya's independence from British colonial rule.

12/09/1935: Pegging to the Sterling

The Hong Kong Dollar was pegged to the British Pound (Sterling) at a fixed exchange rate of HKD 16 to GBP 1, which helped stabilize the currency.

01/01/1863: Introduction of the Hong Kong Dollar

The Hong Kong Dollar was first introduced as an official currency by the British colonial government to facilitate trade and commerce in Hong Kong.