11/01/2021: New polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes are introduced in The Gambia for the first time, replacing the previous paper banknotes to enhance durability and security.
01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga
Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.
06/08/2019: New family of banknotes
The Central Bank of The Gambia introduces a new family of Gambian dalasi banknotes with improved security features.
29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga
Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.
14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination
Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.
16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis
Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.
16/06/1997: Introduction of the 25 dalasis note
A new 25-dalasis banknote is introduced, featuring the portrait of President Jammeh, to commemorate 25 years of his rule.
22/07/1996: Change of banknotes and coins
New banknotes and coins featuring the portrait of President Jammeh are introduced, replacing the previous designs.
01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga
The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
01/07/1977: Conversion to decimal currency
The Gambian dalasi is decimalized, with 1 dalasi being divided into 100 bututs.
04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga
Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.
27/07/1971: Introduction of the Gambian dalasi
The Gambian dalasi currency is introduced to replace the Gambian pound as the official currency of The Gambia.
01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga
The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.