Historic São Tomé and Príncipe dobra Kenyan shilling

01/01/2020: New Currency Symbol

A new currency symbol for the dobra, resembling the letters 'STD' with horizontal lines through them, was introduced for official use.

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.

24/05/2018: Dobra Pegged to Euro

The dobra's exchange rate was pegged to the euro, aiming to stabilize the currency and boost economic cooperation with the European Union.

01/01/2016: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

São Tomé and Príncipe started issuing polymer banknotes as a means to enhance durability and reduce counterfeiting of the dobra.

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.

01/01/2010: Currency Redenomination

The third dobra was introduced, with 1 new dobra equalling 1,000 old dobras, aiming to simplify transactions and boost confidence in the currency.

01/01/1997: Introduction of the New Dobra

A new currency, the 'second dobra,' was introduced at a rate of 1,000 to 1 to combat hyperinflation and stabilize the economy.

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.

24/12/1979: First Currency Devaluation

The first devaluation of the dobra occurred, reducing its value by 53% as a result of economic instability and inflation.

30/06/1977: Introduction of the Dobra

The São Tomé and Príncipe dobra was introduced as the official currency of the country after gaining independence from Portugal.

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.