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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
14/09/1994: Transition to New Currency
Kenya introduced a new design of banknotes and coins to counter counterfeiting and promote national identity.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
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.
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.
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.