Historic South Korean Won Kenyan shilling

South Korean Won kenyan shilling history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.12135 (26/01/2024) and the lowest 0.1217 (24/01/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.29.

KRW KES average rate for January 2024 is 0.12, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is -0.21 %.

01 January 20241 KRW = 0.1206 KES
02 January 20241 KRW = 0.1209 KES
03 January 20241 KRW = 0.1196 KES
04 January 20241 KRW = 0.1194 KES
05 January 20241 KRW = 0.1195 KES
06 January 20241 KRW = 0.1195 KES
07 January 20241 KRW = 0.1197 KES
08 January 20241 KRW = 0.1172 KES
09 January 20241 KRW = 0.1195 KES
10 January 20241 KRW = 0.1192 KES
11 January 20241 KRW = 0.1199 KES
12 January 20241 KRW = 0.1208 KES
14 January 20241 KRW = 0.1211 KES
15 January 20241 KRW = 0.1193 KES
16 January 20241 KRW = 0.1205 KES
17 January 20241 KRW = 0.1177 KES
18 January 20241 KRW = 0.1179 KES
19 January 20241 KRW = 0.1202 KES
22 January 20241 KRW = 0.1183 KES
23 January 20241 KRW = 0.1206 KES
24 January 20241 KRW = 0.1212 KES
25 January 20241 KRW = 0.1222 KES
26 January 20241 KRW = 0.1220 KES
28 January 20241 KRW = 0.1212 KES
29 January 20241 KRW = 0.1206 KES
30 January 20241 KRW = 0.1208 KES
31 January 20241 KRW = 0.1208 KES

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.