01/10/2019: New Generation Banknotes
Kenya introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features and design elements to fight illicit financial activities.
29/06/2018: East African Community Currency Integration
Burundi joins the East African Community (EAC) currency integration, paving the way for a future unified currency within the region.
17/10/2011: Introduction of New Banknotes
New banknotes with enhanced security features and updated designs are introduced in denominations of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, and 10,000 Francs.
01/07/2010: Introduction of New Currency Denominations
Kenya introduced new currency denominations, including the 1000 shilling note, to combat money laundering and illegal financial activities.
30/06/2003: Second Currency Revaluation
The Burundian Franc undergoes another significant devaluation as part of the second currency revaluation program.
30/04/1995: Printing of Banknotes
The first locally printed banknotes, issued in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, and 5000 Francs, are circulated.
14/09/1994: Transition to New Currency
Kenya introduced a new design of banknotes and coins to counter counterfeiting and promote national identity.
20/10/1990: Introduction of New Coins
New coins are introduced in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 Francs.
22/09/1985: First Currency Revaluation
The Burundian Franc is significantly devalued as part of a currency revaluation program.
01/07/1985: Second Devaluation of the Shilling
The Kenyan shilling was further devalued by 30% as part of economic reforms and structural adjustments.
14/09/1980: Devaluation of the Shilling
The Kenyan shilling was devalued by 30% as part of an austerity measure to address the country's economic challenges.
14/06/1969: Decimalization of the Shilling
Kenya decimalized its currency, dividing the shilling into 100 cents for easier transactions and financial calculations.
14/06/1966: Introduction of the Kenyan Shilling
The Kenyan shilling was introduced as the official currency of Kenya replacing the East African shilling as a result of Kenya's independence from British colonial rule.
30/06/1960: Independence from Belgium
Burundi gains independence from Belgium, establishing the Burundian Franc as its official currency.