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.
08/04/2020: COVID-19 impact on currency circulation
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, circulation of nakfa banknotes decreased as people relied more on digital transactions.
25/02/2019: Introduction of new nakfa banknotes
Eritrea introduced new banknotes in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 nakfa.
30/10/2018: Currency devaluation
Eritrea devalued the nakfa by 14%, reducing its official exchange rate to 1 USD = 15 ERN.
22/01/2015: Dollarization policy imposed
Eritrea imposed a dollarization policy, making the US dollar the predominant currency for most transactions.
03/12/2008: New Currency Series
A new series of Rwandan franc banknotes was introduced, featuring updated security features and designs.
14/11/2005: Currency redenomination
The Eritrean nakfa underwent a redenomination where old nakfa notes were replaced with new nakfa notes in a ratio of 1:1,000.
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.
08/11/1997: Introduction of the Eritrean nakfa
The Eritrean nakfa was introduced as the official currency of Eritrea, replacing the Ethiopian birr.
08/11/1997: Currency exchange rate fixed
The Eritrean nakfa was fixed at an exchange rate of 1 USD = 10 ERN.
07/04/1995: Rwandan Genocide
The Rwandan Genocide began, causing economic instability and inflation for the Rwandan franc.
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.