Convert 1 Botswanan Pula (BWP) to Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Exchange rates used for currency conversion updated on April 23rd 2024 ( 04/23/2024 )
Below you will find the latest exchange rates for exchanging Botswanan Pula (BWP) to Ugandan Shilling (UGX) , a table containing most common conversions and a chart with the pair's evolution.
The Botswanan Pula (BWP) to Ugandan Shilling (UGX) rates are updated every minute using our advanced technology for live forex currency conversion. Check back in a few days for things to buy with this amount and information about where exactly you can exchange currencies online and offline.
The currency exchange rate, calculated between Botswanan Pula and Ugandan Shilling on 04/23/2024 is 1 BWP = 275.4179 UGX - AVERAGE intraday quotes were used for this currency conversion.
The Botswana pula (BWP) was first circulated in 1976, is the official currency of Botswana and an unofficial backup currency to Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe abandoned their own currency in September 2008 officially for the South African rand, but unofficially accepting the BWP. Each pula is subdivided into 100 thebe.
The BWP is controlled by the central bank of Botswana known as the Bank of Botswana who issues coins in denominations of 5, 10, 25, and 50 thebe and 1, 2, 5 pula as well as banknotes in 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 pula denominations.
Interestingly the word pula is translated as "rain" or "blessing", which in a desert country such as Botswana is oftentimes looked upon as the same. Thebe can be translated to mean "shield".
About Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
The Ugandan shilling is the official currency of Uganda. The shilling is issued in denominations of 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000 and 50000 and is subdivided into 100 cents. Foreign currency exchanges are possible at most banks, particularly those located in larger cities. Foreign exchange offices or bureaus also offer currency conversion and many hotels and airports are able to provide these services as well.
