2017-11-30 Thu

Botswana is going to release new polymer P10 banknote in February 2018.

The new notes will incorporate improved security features like see-through windows with anti-counterfeit images. The designs and colours would not be altered. A clear window is in place of the watermark. A zebra is seen in the clear window when held against light. The figure 10 can appears near the zebra. A shiny golden diamond is seen upon tilting. Several elements of the note glows under ultra-violet light. Micro letters on the notes read BOPA.

Polymer substance improves durability by 3 to 4 times as they are not affected by moisture or soiling. Production, storage, and transportation costs can be reduced due to lesser replacements.