13/05/2020: Introduction of New Thousand Kwacha Banknotes
Malawi introduced new banknotes with higher denominations to address issues of inflation and to streamline transactions in a cash-based economy.
02/12/2016: Peace Agreement Impact
After the signing of the peace agreement with FARC, the Colombian Peso strengthened and saw improvements in the economy.
01/05/2016: Currency Floatation
The Malawian government allowed the kwacha to float freely against other currencies, leading to a significant depreciation of the currency.
07/08/2012: Introduction of New Kwacha Coins
Malawi introduced new coins to replace smaller denominations of the kwacha banknotes, facilitating transactions and reducing the cost of producing money.
24/07/2001: Exchange rate flexibility
Colombia allowed the Colombian Peso to have a flexible exchange rate, transitioning from a fixed exchange rate system.
10/04/2000: Introduction of New Kwacha Banknotes
Malawi introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and to modernize the currency.
21/10/1999: Colombia's Financial Crisis
Colombia faced a financial crisis resulting in a devaluation of the Peso and an economic recession.
14/06/1994: Malawi's First Multiparty Democratic Elections
Malawi held its first multiparty democratic elections, leading to a political and economic transition which affected the value of the kwacha.
04/07/1991: Introduction of a New Peso
A new Peso was introduced with a higher value, replacing the old Peso due to high inflation.
01/09/1979: First Devaluation of the Kwacha
The Malawian government devalued the kwacha by 30% in response to economic challenges and to promote exports.
06/07/1971: Introduction of the Malawian Kwacha
The Malawian Kwacha (MWK) was introduced as the official currency of Malawi, replacing the Malawian pound at a rate of 2 kwacha = 1 pound.
12/06/1953: Creation of Banco de la República
The central bank of Colombia, Banco de la República, was established to regulate and control the Colombian Peso.
31/07/1886: Adoption of the Gold Standard
Colombia adopted the gold standard, linking the value of the Peso to gold, stabilizing the currency.
27/05/1837: Introduction of the Peso
The Colombian Peso was introduced as the official currency of Colombia, replacing the Spanish real.