Some Old CFA Franc Coins Withdrawn from Circulation Starting Monday

Tunisia and the countries of the CEMAC zone are entering a new monetary era. Starting Monday, merchants will be able to refuse certain CFA franc coins that have been in circulation for decades. This decision aims to modernize the monetary system and combat counterfeiting. Older banknotes and coins, often more vulnerable to fraud, will gradually be replaced by more secure versions. ⏱️ 1 min of reading The facts and recent developments Residents of the CEMAC zone, which includes countries such as Cameroon, Gabon, and the Central African Republic, will need to adapt to this transition. Consumers are now encouraged to use coins with more recent issue dates. Banks and savings cooperatives will remain open to facilitate the exchange of currency. This measure highlights the importance of a reliable currency for the regional economy. Tunisia, although outside the CEMAC zone, is closely following these developments to anticipate the impact on trade. Tunisian authorities will closely monitor this transition to ensure the continuity of transactions without disruption. ⚡ Key points ▸ Residents of the CEMAC zone, which includes countries such as Cameroon, Gabon, and the Central African Republic, will need to adapt to this transition. ▸ Tunisian authorities will closely monitor this transition to ensure the continuity of transactions without disruption. ▸ Tunisia, although outside the CEMAC zone, is closely following these developments to anticipate the impact on trade. Follow the economy live on Flash Radio The economy is also decoded live: listen to Mosaïque FM, IFM 100.6 and Jawhara FM on Flash Radio, no registration required. 📻 Mosa, FM live 94.9 MHz — Information 🎬 IFM 100.6 live 100.6 MHz — Entertainment 🎶 Jawhara FM live 102.5 MHz — General public All indicators and analyses from the Economy section are on Flash Radio All News, and the reading continues with Jawhara FM