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.
24/03/2020: COVID-19 Economic Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the Papua New Guinean economy and the value of the Kina, leading to economic challenges and policy interventions.
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.
19/11/2018: Launch of New Kina Notes and Coins
The Bank of Papua New Guinea launched a new series of Kina banknotes and coins, featuring enhanced security features and improved design.
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.
08/05/1995: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in Papua New Guinea, replacing the traditional paper banknotes and providing increased durability.
28/07/1989: Kina Floats in Foreign Exchange Market
The Papua New Guinean Kina was allowed to float freely in the foreign exchange market, leading to fluctuations in its value.
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.
03/02/1976: First Kina Banknotes Issued
The Bank of Papua New Guinea issued the first series of Kina banknotes, featuring unique designs and local elements.
19/12/1975: Independence from Australia
Papua New Guinea gained independence, leading to the introduction of the Papua New Guinean Kina as its currency.
19/12/1975: Introduction of the Kina
The Papua New Guinean Kina was officially introduced as the national currency, replacing the Australian Dollar at a rate of 2 Kina to 1 Australian Dollar.
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.