Historic Kenyan shilling South Korean Won

Kenyan shilling south korean won history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 9.265 (20/02/2024) and the lowest 9.497 (19/02/2024). The difference between high and low is -2.5.

KES KRW average rate for February 2024 is 8.78797, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is -9.96 %.

01 February 20241 KES = 8.36 KRW
02 February 20241 KES = 8.31 KRW
03 February 20241 KES = 8.36 KRW
04 February 20241 KES = 8.36 KRW
05 February 20241 KES = 8.23 KRW
06 February 20241 KES = 8.27 KRW
07 February 20241 KES = 8.29 KRW
08 February 20241 KES = 8.30 KRW
09 February 20241 KES = 8.37 KRW
12 February 20241 KES = 8.26 KRW
13 February 20241 KES = 8.36 KRW
14 February 20241 KES = 8.46 KRW
15 February 20241 KES = 8.58 KRW
16 February 20241 KES = 8.88 KRW
17 February 20241 KES = 9.18 KRW
18 February 20241 KES = 9.18 KRW
19 February 20241 KES = 9.50 KRW
20 February 20241 KES = 9.23 KRW
21 February 20241 KES = 9.20 KRW
22 February 20241 KES = 9.19 KRW
23 February 20241 KES = 9.15 KRW
24 February 20241 KES = 9.17 KRW
25 February 20241 KES = 9.17 KRW
26 February 20241 KES = 9.37 KRW
27 February 20241 KES = 9.15 KRW
28 February 20241 KES = 9.19 KRW
29 February 20241 KES = 9.20 KRW

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.

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.

27/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Korean Won faced significant volatility during the global financial crisis, as global markets tumbled and investor confidence wavered.

01/01/1998: Establishment of IMF Program

South Korea agreed to an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package, which stabilized the value of the Korean Won and initiated economic reforms.

03/12/1997: Asian Financial Crisis

The Korean Won experienced a sharp depreciation during the Asian Financial Crisis, causing severe economic hardships and requiring international assistance.

14/09/1994: Transition to New Currency

Kenya introduced a new design of banknotes and coins to counter counterfeiting and promote national identity.

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.

27/02/1980: Declaration of Martial Law

Amidst political turmoil, President Chun Doo-hwan declared martial law, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the Korean Won.

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.

22/06/1962: Introduction of the Hwan

To combat inflation, the South Korean government introduced the Hwan as the new currency, replacing the old Korean Won.

27/07/1953: Armistice Agreement

Following the Korean War, the Armistice Agreement was signed, stabilizing the region and aiding in the recovery of the Korean Won.

15/08/1945: Liberation from Japanese Rule

Upon the end of Japanese colonial rule, the Korean Won was introduced as the official currency of South Korea.