Here is a complete historical financial report of Burundi in International English, including all currencies that have circulated since the beginning of its monetary production, clearly highlighting the current official currency:

Comprehensive Financial Historical Report of Burundi

Basic Data

• Country ISO Code: BI

• Official Languages: French, Kirundi

• Language ISO Codes: fr, rn

• Current Official Currency: Burundian franc

• Current Currency ISO Code: BIF

Currencies That Have Circulated in Burundi

1. German Mark and Belgian Franc (Colonial Period)

• Before independence, Burundi used colonial currencies: the German mark (1885–1916) and the Belgian franc (1916–1962).

• These currencies circulated during German East Africa and later under the Belgian mandate of Ruanda-Urundi.

• Coins and banknotes featured European colonial symbols.

• Status: Out of circulation after independence.

2. Ruanda-Urundi Franc (1960–1964)

• Shared currency between Rwanda and Burundi before full independence.

• Subdivided into 100 centimes.

• Issued by the Banque d’Émission du Rwanda et du Burundi.

• Circulated from 1960 to 1964.

3. Burundian Franc (Since 1964)

• ISO Code: BIF

• Singular Name: franc

• Plural Name: francs

• Subdivision: 1 franc = 100 centimes (centimes not used in practice)

• Production Start Date: 1964

• Production End Date: In circulation

• Circulation Start Date: 1964

• Circulation End Date: In circulation

• Minted Coin Values: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 francs (varied over time)

• Printed Banknote Values: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10,000 francs

• Designs / Symbols:

  • Coins and banknotes feature national symbols, wildlife, flora, and cultural scenes of Burundi.

• Mint Locations: Produced by specialized international mints.

• Status: Official currency and actively circulating.

• Issuing Authority: Bank of the Republic of Burundi (BRB).

• Relevant Legislation: Regulated by national laws and BRB regulations.

Historical and Economic Context

• Burundi gained independence from Belgium in 1962.

• The Burundian franc was introduced in 1964, marking economic sovereignty.

• The country has experienced political and economic instability affecting currency stability.

• Inflation and depreciation have been ongoing challenges.

• The Burundian franc remains the main medium of exchange nationally.

Banknote Signatories

• Banknotes bear the signatures of the Governor of the Bank of the Republic of Burundi and the Minister of Finance.

People and Symbols Honored on Coins and Banknotes

• Coins and banknotes honor Burundian culture, nature, and history without featuring specific political figures.

• Designs include agricultural, artisanal scenes, and emblematic animals.

Additional Information and Curiosities

• The Burundian franc has been the national currency for over 50 years.

• Commemorative issues have marked historical and cultural events.

• The Bank of the Republic of Burundi manages currency issuance and regulation.

This report provides a comprehensive overview of Burundi’s monetary evolution, from colonial currencies to the current Burundian franc, reflecting the country’s economic identity and sovereignty.

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