1982 Kenya 20 Shillings Banknote for Sale – Celebrating National Leadership and Agricultural Prosperity

Issued by the Central Bank of Kenya (Banki Kuu ya Kenya) in 1982, the 20 Shillings banknote reflects Kenya’s commitment to rural development and presidential legacy during the early 1980s. Featuring President Daniel Toroitich arap Moi, this note belongs to the 1980–1988 issue series and highlights Kenya’s agricultural economy and educational investment.


Key Features & Historical Significance

Issuer: Central Bank of Kenya (Banki Kuu ya Kenya)
Denomination: 20 Shillings
Year of Issue: 1982
Pick Number: P-21c
Series: 1980–1988 Issue
Printer: Bradbury Wilkinson & Co., UK
Size: Approx. 140 × 73 mm
Material: Paper banknote with multicolor underprint
Signatories: Philip Ndegwa (Governor), Harry Mule (Deputy Governor)
Watermark: Lion’s head


Design Features

Obverse
Portrait of President Daniel Toroitich arap Moi at right
Central image of the Kenyan coat of arms
Text in English and Swahili: “BANKI KUU YA KENYA – CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA – LEGAL TENDER FOR TWENTY SHILLINGS”
Color scheme: Violet, green, and brown tones

Reverse

Depiction of schoolchildren drinking milk and livestock—symbolizing Kenya’s agricultural investment and nutrition programs
Text: “TWENTY SHILLINGS” in Latin script


Why Collect This Banknote?

The 1982 20 Shillings note offers collectors a vivid representation of Kenya’s development priorities under President Moi’s leadership. With its focus on livestock and school nutrition, it reflects the country’s agricultural backbone and social welfare initiatives. Its mid-range denomination, detailed imagery, and historical context make it a valuable addition for collectors interested in East African currency, presidential iconography, and development-era banknotes.