Convert Kenyan Shilling to Burundian Franc
Please provide values below to convert Kenyan Shilling [KES] to Burundian Franc [BIF], or Convert Burundian Franc to Kenyan Shilling.
How to Convert Kenyan Shilling to Burundian Franc
1 KES = 0.0435033857399293 BIF
Example: convert 15 KES to BIF:
15 KES = 15 × 0.0435033857399293 BIF = 0.652550786098939 BIF
Kenyan Shilling to Burundian Franc Conversion Table
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Kenyan Shilling
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the official currency of Kenya, used as the country's legal tender for all transactions.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1966, replacing the East African shilling, the Kenyan Shilling has undergone various denominations and reforms to stabilize and modernize Kenya's currency system.
Current Use
The KES is widely used in Kenya for everyday transactions, banking, and trade, and is also accepted in some neighboring regions for cross-border commerce.
Burundian Franc
The Burundian Franc (BIF) is the official currency of Burundi, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Burundian Franc was introduced in 1964, replacing the Belgian Congo franc, following Burundi's independence. It has undergone various redenominations and inflation adjustments over the years.
Current Use
Today, the BIF is widely used in Burundi for all monetary transactions, with coins and banknotes issued by the Central Bank of Burundi. It remains the legal tender in the country.