04/02/2021: Ending of Intervention Policy
Denmark's central bank announced the end of its long-standing policy of defending the Krone's peg to the Euro.
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.
03/12/2008: New Currency Series
A new series of Rwandan franc banknotes was introduced, featuring updated security features and designs.
01/01/2004: East African Community
Rwanda joined the East African Community, leading to increased economic integration and cooperation within the region.
19/09/2000: Referendum on Euro Membership
Danish voters rejected adopting the Euro in a referendum, maintaining the Krone as the national currency.
31/12/1998: Euro peg
Denmark joined the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM II), pegging the Krone to the Euro with a narrow fluctuation band.
03/12/1998: Currency Redenomination
The Rwandan franc underwent a redenomination, with 100 old francs being replaced by 1 new franc.
07/04/1995: Rwandan Genocide
The Rwandan Genocide began, causing economic instability and inflation for the Rwandan franc.
24/03/1982: Floating Exchange Rate
Denmark switched to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Krone's value to be determined by market forces.
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.
21/07/1944: Bretton Woods Agreement
Denmark became a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and agreed to the Bretton Woods system, pegging the Krone to the US dollar.
10/09/1927: Return to Gold Standard
Denmark abandoned the gold standard due to economic pressures and public debt.
31/12/1872: Pegging to Gold Standard
The Danish Krone was pegged to the gold standard, fixing its value in relation to gold.