This archive report was first published on 24 September 2019.
As the September 30 deadline to return old 1k notes approaches, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is cautioning Kenyans to be extra vigilant and identify fake currency.
According to the CBK, the public should be aware of the security features of the new currency, which include a perfect lion's head watermark visible from both sides when held up to light.
The bank also advises checking the security thread, which changes color from red to green when tilted at an angle, and feeling the textured pattern of the note, which features the text 'Kenya', value, and edge features that vary by denomination.
Specifically, the CBK notes that Sh50 notes have one bar, Sh100 two bars, Sh200 three bars, Sh500 four bars, and Sh1,000 five bars.
By being aware of these security features, Kenyans can help prevent the circulation of fake currency and protect their financial transactions.
