11/01/2021: New polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes are introduced in The Gambia for the first time, replacing the previous paper banknotes to enhance durability and security.
03/11/2020: Economic Impact of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions globally, affecting the Egyptian Pound's exchange rate and foreign reserves.
06/08/2019: New family of banknotes
The Central Bank of The Gambia introduces a new family of Gambian dalasi banknotes with improved security features.
14/11/1999: Liberalization of Exchange Rate
The Egyptian government implemented a managed float exchange rate system, allowing the Pound to fluctuate based on market forces.
16/06/1997: Introduction of the 25 dalasis note
A new 25-dalasis banknote is introduced, featuring the portrait of President Jammeh, to commemorate 25 years of his rule.
22/07/1996: Change of banknotes and coins
New banknotes and coins featuring the portrait of President Jammeh are introduced, replacing the previous designs.
12/08/1987: Introduction of New Egyptian Pound
A new Egyptian Pound banknote was introduced to combat counterfeiting and improve security features.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
01/07/1977: Conversion to decimal currency
The Gambian dalasi is decimalized, with 1 dalasi being divided into 100 bututs.
27/07/1971: Introduction of the Gambian dalasi
The Gambian dalasi currency is introduced to replace the Gambian pound as the official currency of The Gambia.
14/09/1962: Devaluation of the Pound
The Egyptian government devalued the Pound by 55%, leading to a significant decrease in its value.
23/07/1952: Overthrow of the Monarchy
The Egyptian monarchy was overthrown, leading to political and economic changes that affected the value of the Egyptian Pound.
02/05/1885: Establishment of Central Bank of Egypt
The Central Bank of Egypt was established to regulate the currency and banking system in Egypt.
29/07/1834: Introduction of Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian Pound was introduced as the official currency of Egypt, replacing the piastre.