Friday, February 06,
2026 - Just days after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) issued a stern
warning against the misuse of new Kenya Shilling notes in decorative displays,
popular Nairobi florists have switched to bouquets made entirely of US dollar
bills.
In a TikTok video shared on Thursday, February 5th,
2026, the florist showcased a striking arrangement crafted with crisp dollar
denominations, including $5 notes.
The florist explained that the move was deliberate to avoid
clashing with CBK’s regulations.
“Our designs don’t damage nor deface our currency notes ☺️,” she assured her
followers, emphasizing that her creations remain compliant while still
delivering the wow factor her clients expect.
The CBK had earlier cautioned Kenyans against folding,
gluing, taping, or stapling banknotes into ornamental displays, noting that
such practices compromise the integrity of the currency and interfere with
machines like ATMs and cash counters.
The regulator stressed that while gifting money is
acceptable, notes must remain in circulation-ready condition.
Under Section 367 of the Penal Code, defacing currency is a
punishable offence.
Switching to dollar bouquets not only sidesteps these restrictions but also taps into the aspirational allure of foreign currency.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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