01/10/2018: Introduction of New Coins
Botswana introduces a new series of coins, featuring updated designs and enhanced durability.
01/08/2014: Currency Redenomination
Botswana redenominates the Pula, dividing it into 1000 Thebe to simplify calculations and reduce the use of smaller denominations.
10/10/2013: Plastic Banknotes Introduced
Polymer banknotes made of plastic were introduced to improve the durability and security of Fijian currency.
05/10/2009: Introduction of New Banknotes
Botswana introduces a new series of banknotes, featuring improved security features and updated designs.
28/04/2009: Floating Exchange Rate
Fiji adopted a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Fijian Dollar to be determined by market forces.
23/08/2005: Currency Devaluation
Botswana allows the Pula to float freely against other currencies, resulting in a devaluation of approximately 12%.
14/01/1985: Currency Devaluation
Fijian Dollar was devalued by 20% to combat economic instability caused by a trade deficit.
31/12/1980: Currency Board Established
The Bank of Botswana establishes a Currency Board, which manages the issuance and distribution of the Pula.
17/10/1978: Currency Pegged to a Basket
Botswana pegs the Pula to a basket of currencies, including the South African Rand, British Pound, and US Dollar.
14/09/1976: Introduction of the Pula
Botswana replaces the South African Rand with its own currency, the Pula, at a 1:1 exchange rate.
15/01/1971: Fixed Exchange Rate
Fijian Dollar was pegged to the Australian Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1:1.
12/12/1969: Decimalization of Currency
Fiji switched from the pound system to decimal currency, introducing the Fijian Dollar divided into 100 cents.
01/01/1875: Introduction of Fijian Currency
Fijian Coins and Banknotes were introduced as legal tender, replacing Spanish Dollars.
10/10/1873: Devaluation of Spanish Dollars
The Spanish Dollars were devalued by 20% in the British Colony of Fiji, leading to a change in currency.