29/06/2020: Introduction of New Banknotes
Liberia introduces new banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and improve confidence in the currency.
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.
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.
14/10/2000: ECOWAS Intervention
ECOWAS forces intervene in Liberia, leading to improved stability and gradual recovery of the Liberian dollar.
19/07/1997: Liberian Dollar Depreciation
The Liberian dollar experiences a significant depreciation due to economic mismanagement and the aftermath of the civil war.
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.
01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization
The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.
26/01/1982: Liberian Civil War Begins
The Liberian civil war begins, leading to significant economic instability and devaluation of the Liberian dollar.
14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand
The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.
23/03/1907: Liberian Dollar Pegged to US Dollar
The Liberian dollar is pegged to the U.S. dollar at a ratio of 2:1, maintaining a fixed exchange rate for many years.
10/07/1849: Introduction of Liberian Dollar
The Liberian dollar is introduced as the official currency of Liberia, replacing the use of foreign currencies in the country.
26/07/1847: Liberian Independence
Liberia declares independence from the American Colonization Society, establishing the first republic in Africa.