13/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused global economic uncertainty, leading to a decline in the value of the Georgian Lari and affecting the country's financial stability.
26/01/2016: New N$100 and N$200 Banknotes Introduced
Namibia introduced new banknotes of N$100 and N$200 denominations to address the need for higher-value currency in the growing economy.
25/01/2016: Currency Restructuring
The National Bank of Georgia implemented currency restructuring measures to stabilize the value of the Lari and restore confidence in the national currency.
30/08/2012: Introduction of N$10 Commemorative Banknote
Namibia introduced a commemorative banknote of N$10 to celebrate the centenary of the country's struggle for independence.
10/03/2011: Lari Depreciation
The Georgian Lari experienced a sharp depreciation, reaching a record low against the U.S. dollar, due to various economic factors and a global financial crisis.
27/10/2008: Financial Crisis Impact
Due to the global financial crisis, the Namibian dollar experienced a depreciation against major currencies, affecting the country's economy.
13/08/2008: Russian Invasion
During the Russo-Georgian War, the Georgian Lari faced significant devaluation due to the economic and political instability caused by the invasion.
01/01/2002: Euro Conversion Rate
The conversion rate of 1 Euro = 1936.27 GEL was fixed, as Georgia adopted the Euro as its main reference currency.
01/01/2002: Replacement of Old Banknotes
Old banknotes of the Namibian dollar were demonetized, and new banknotes became the only valid currency.
01/06/1999: Introduction of New Banknotes and Coins
New series of banknotes and coins were introduced in Namibia, featuring indigenous wildlife and cultural symbols.
27/04/1999: Introduction of New Lari
The New Lari was introduced as the second and current official currency of Georgia, replacing the old Lari at a rate of 1 New Lari = 1,000 old Lari.
25/07/1995: Introduction of the Lari
The Georgian Lari was introduced as the official currency of Georgia, replacing the Russian ruble at a rate of 1 Lari = 1 million rubles.
30/08/1993: Dollarization of Namibia
Namibia adopted the Namibian dollar as its sole legal tender, replacing the South African rand as the official currency.
21/03/1990: Independence of Namibia
Namibia gained independence from South Africa, leading to the introduction of the Namibian dollar as the official currency of the newly established country.