24/06/2020: Rwandan Franc Devaluation
The central bank of Rwanda announced a gradual devaluation of the Rwandan franc to enhance export competitiveness and stimulate economic growth.
04/05/2020: COVID-19 impact on currency
The outbreak of COVID-19 and its economic consequences led to a depreciation of the Cape Verdean escudo against major international currencies due to reduced tourism and economic activity.
30/09/2017: New escudo banknotes issued
Cape Verde introduced a new series of banknotes for the escudo, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and improved durability.
31/12/2014: End of the peg to the euro
Cape Verde decided to abandon the peg to the euro, shifting to a managed float exchange rate system to allow the currency to fluctuate based on market forces.
03/12/2008: New Currency Series
A new series of Rwandan franc banknotes was introduced, featuring updated security features and designs.
01/01/2005: Decimalization of the escudo
The Cape Verdean escudo underwent a decimalization process, with the subdivision of 1 escudo into 100 centavos.
01/01/2004: East African Community
Rwanda joined the East African Community, leading to increased economic integration and cooperation within the region.
03/12/1998: Currency Redenomination
The Rwandan franc underwent a redenomination, with 100 old francs being replaced by 1 new franc.
01/01/1998: Currency pegged to the euro
The Cape Verdean escudo was pegged to the euro at a fixed exchange rate of 1 euro = 110.265 CVE, ensuring stability and facilitating trade.
07/04/1995: Rwandan Genocide
The Rwandan Genocide began, causing economic instability and inflation for the Rwandan franc.
17/11/1977: Introduction of the new escudo
A new version of the Cape Verdean escudo was introduced, replacing the previous version with a new design and updated security features.
05/07/1975: Independence of Cape Verde
The Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) was officially adopted as the currency of Cape Verde upon gaining independence from Portugal.
01/12/1973: Currency Reform
A currency reform was implemented, introducing a new series of Rwandan franc banknotes.
25/06/1964: Introduction of the Rwandan Franc
The Rwandan franc was introduced as the official currency of Rwanda, replacing the East African shilling.