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February 3, 2026
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Cash bouquets no more? CBK ban divides Kenyans

Cash bouquets no more? CBK ban divides Kenyans

While some welcomed the move, others questioned why a celebratory trend drew the attention of the financial regulator, just days before Valentine’s Day...

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has banned the popular trend of money bouquets, sparking a heated debate among Kenyans. The practice, which involves artfully folding banknotes into floral arrangements, had become a widespread way to gift cash for various celebrations, but the CBK cited concerns over currency defacement and mishandling.

  • Florists charged between Sh3,500 and Sh10,000 for arranging money bouquets, with one online store charging Sh10,000 for a Sh100,000 bouquet.
  • The CBK's decision raised questions, particularly among women, regarding the timing just before Valentine's Day, and the justification for the ban given the notes were neatly folded.
  • Some Kenyans, like X user @tekinsaeko and Killiad Msafiri, supported the ban, viewing money bouquets as ostentatious, while others argued the practice did not damage the currency.

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