16/09/2019: Ghana Goes Cashless
The government launched the Ghana.Gov payment platform, aimed at promoting electronic payments and reducing cash transactions.
01/05/2017: Introduction of a two-dollar coin
Belize introduced a new denomination in the form of a two-dollar coin, reducing the dependency on smaller denomination banknotes.
05/07/2012: GHS Symbol Change
The Bank of Ghana introduced a new currency symbol for the cedi, changing it from GHȼ to GHS.
26/09/2011: Launching of new designs
The Central Bank of Belize introduced a new series of banknotes with updated designs, depicting prominent national landmarks and personalities.
03/07/2007: Decimals Dropped
The Bank of Ghana dropped four decimal places, making 1 new Ghanaian cedi = 1 GHȼ.
01/07/2002: Replacement of New Cedi
The new Ghanaian cedi, denoted as GHC, replaced the second cedi at a rate of 1 cedi = 10,000 cedis.
24/06/2001: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Belize became one of the first countries in the region to introduce polymer banknotes, enhancing durability and security.
01/04/1990: Establishment of the Central Bank of Belize
The Central Bank of Belize was established to oversee monetary policies and ensure financial stability in the country.
01/12/1982: Conversion to decimal currency
Belize adopted a decimal currency system with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and coins.
17/07/1978: Second Cedi Introduced
Due to high inflation, the second Ghanaian cedi was introduced with a new currency code, GHS.
01/07/1978: Independence of Belize
Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom, solidifying the Belize dollar as the national currency.
01/11/1976: Introduction of the Belize dollar
The Belize dollar was introduced as the official currency of Belize to replace the British Honduran dollar.
19/07/1965: Cedi Introduced
The Ghanaian pound was replaced by the Ghanaian cedi at a rate of 1 pound = 2.4 cedis, symbolizing economic independence.
06/03/1957: Ghana's Independence
Ghana gained independence from British colonial rule, leading to the introduction of the Ghanaian pound as its currency.