This archive report was first published on 16 September 2019.
As the demonetization deadline approaches, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is reminding Kenyans to check on their families and extended families who may still be holding onto old 1000 notes.
According to CBK, many Kenyan mothers and grandmothers are epic savers who may have some old notes in their homes, and it's essential to remind them of the September 30 deadline for exchanging the older notes.
CBK has been carrying out a month-long campaign throughout the country to sensitize Kenyans on the new notes, which will cease circulation on October 1.
The new 1000 notes, launched on June 1, feature the image of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and embody each of the big five game animals - lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, and buffalo.
"Each banknote has a unique theme to show the richness of our people and nature in our beautiful Kenya," said Njoroge, highlighting the significance of the new notes.
