23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact
The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.
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.
15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact
The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic stability.
09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low
The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.
24/07/2001: Exchange rate flexibility
Colombia allowed the Colombian Peso to have a flexible exchange rate, transitioning from a fixed exchange rate system.
21/10/1999: Colombia's Financial Crisis
Colombia faced a financial crisis resulting in a devaluation of the Peso and an economic recession.
01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence
The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.
27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections
The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.
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.
01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization
The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.
14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand
The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African 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.