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.
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.
30/06/2015: Demonetization of old Guinean franc banknotes
The old series of Guinean franc banknotes, denominated in 'Syli,' ceased to be legal tender, and only the new franc banknotes remained in circulation.
26/09/2012: Introduction of new Guinean franc coins
New coins denominated in the Guinean franc were introduced, replacing the previously used Guinean syli coins.
30/06/2010: Revaluation of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc underwent a revaluation, with 1 new franc being equivalent to 10,000 old francs.
30/06/1997: Introduction of new Guinean franc
A new series of Guinean franc banknotes, denominated in 'Syli,' was introduced as a replacement for the previous currency.
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.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
30/11/1985: Devaluation of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc was devalued by 50%, leading to an economic crisis and high inflation.
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.
31/05/1971: Redenomination of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc underwent a redenomination, with 1 new franc being equivalent to 10 old francs.
01/10/1959: Introduction of Guinean franc
The Guinean franc was introduced as the official currency of Guinea following its independence from France.