Issued by the Central Bank of Kenya in 2019, this 500 Shillings banknote is part of the new generation series designed to promote national unity and modern security features.
The obverse features the Kenya International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, along with denomination numerals, guilloche patterns, and inscriptions in English and Swahili.
The reverse depicts Kenya’s wildlife and renewable energy, including a herd of elephants and wind turbines, representing natural heritage and sustainable development. Decorative elements and repeating denomination numerals complete the design.
Issuer: Central Bank of Kenya
Denomination: 500 Shillings
Year: 2019
Dimensions: Approx. 160 × 70 mm
Material: Paper (enhanced polymer-like security features)
Security features: Watermark (KICC), security thread, raised print, see-through register, latent image, UV features
