Historic Pound sterling Ugandan Shilling

Pound sterling ugandan shilling history for November 2023. The highest quote for this month is 4779.32 (29/11/2023) and the lowest 4799.97 (30/11/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.43.

GBP UGX average rate for November 2023 is 4643.7772, the change between 01/11/2023 and 30/11/2023 is -5.36 %.

01 November 20231 GBP = 4547.06 UGX
02 November 20231 GBP = 4557.44 UGX
03 November 20231 GBP = 4555.33 UGX
06 November 20231 GBP = 4589.89 UGX
07 November 20231 GBP = 4594.94 UGX
08 November 20231 GBP = 4566.95 UGX
09 November 20231 GBP = 4576.46 UGX
10 November 20231 GBP = 4543.24 UGX
12 November 20231 GBP = 4594.61 UGX
13 November 20231 GBP = 4541.86 UGX
14 November 20231 GBP = 4585.19 UGX
15 November 20231 GBP = 4659.21 UGX
16 November 20231 GBP = 4653.86 UGX
17 November 20231 GBP = 4644.11 UGX
19 November 20231 GBP = 4705.18 UGX
20 November 20231 GBP = 4633.03 UGX
21 November 20231 GBP = 4673.31 UGX
22 November 20231 GBP = 4696.90 UGX
23 November 20231 GBP = 4675.29 UGX
24 November 20231 GBP = 4709.93 UGX
26 November 20231 GBP = 4756.76 UGX
27 November 20231 GBP = 4715.42 UGX
28 November 20231 GBP = 4746.93 UGX
29 November 20231 GBP = 4780.89 UGX
30 November 20231 GBP = 4790.64 UGX

03/06/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Shilling

The Ugandan Shilling experienced a significant decline in value due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

23/06/2016: Brexit Referendum

The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, causing significant uncertainty and volatility in the pound sterling's value.

01/09/2013: Withdrawal of Old Currency Series

The old series of Ugandan Shilling notes were phased out and replaced with the new currency series.

01/07/2010: Issue of New Currency Series

Uganda issued a new series of currency notes with enhanced security features to reduce counterfeiting.

02/05/2003: Introduction of Coins

Uganda introduced coins denominated in Shillings to replace lower-value notes and facilitate transactions.

31/12/1999: Establishment of the Euro

The euro was introduced as an electronic currency, paving the way for the eventual replacement of some national currencies, including the pound.

16/09/1992: Black Wednesday

The pound sterling experienced a severe drop in value and the UK was forced to withdraw from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM).

15/05/1987: Introduction of the 500 Shilling Note

A new 500 Shilling note was introduced to combat the rapid inflation and devaluation of the currency.

05/08/1972: Idi Amin's Currency Change

President Idi Amin ordered the demonetization of old Ugandan Shilling notes and replaced them with new ones, causing an economic crisis.

14/02/1971: Decimalization of the Pound

The pound sterling was decimalized, with the old system of pounds, shillings and pence replaced by a decimal currency.

15/06/1966: Introduction of the Ugandan Shilling

The Ugandan Shilling was introduced as the official currency of Uganda following its independence from British colonial rule.

06/12/1921: Currency Separation with Ireland

Following the Anglo-Irish Treaty, Ireland left the United Kingdom and established its own currency, leading to separate pound sterling notes.

21/12/1816: Gold Standard Introduced

The pound sterling was officially placed on the gold standard, meaning it was backed by a fixed amount of gold.

27/07/1694: Bank of England Established

The Bank of England was founded and granted a royal charter, becoming the central bank of England.