Ugandan shilling · UGX

USh symbol · 1 country currently using this currency.

Currency info

Adopted: 1966

Currency family: Other

The Ugandan shilling is one of the few currencies still using the shilling name, a legacy of British colonial monetary systems across East Africa.

Introduced in 1966 following Uganda's independence, replacing the East African shilling
Experienced severe devaluation during the 1970s-1980s due to political instability and civil conflict
Underwent a major redenomination in 1987, with 100 old shillings equal to 1 new shilling
Stabilized significantly after the mid-1990s with improved economic management and central bank reforms

Countries currently using this currency

Related

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Historical predecessor

East African shilling