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In Kenya, it’s become trendy to give “money bouquets” for special days like Valentine’s Day. People fold banknotes into flowers and other shapes to create fancy gifts. But the Central Bank of Kenya has warned that damaging money is a crime. Using glue, pins, or staples to shape money is called currency mutilation. It can lead to prison time—up to seven years.  


The bank explained that banknotes are legal tender, which means they must be respected and handled properly. Damaged money can cause problems for machines like ATMs and money counters. However, simply giving money as a gift is not against the law—as long as the bills are not harmed.  


Other countries are also taking similar steps. In Nigeria, people often throw money into the air at weddings. In Ghana, some make “money cakes” by folding notes into layers. Now, both countries say these actions may also be illegal. These rules are meant to remind people that money is not just paper—it represents a nation’s trust and must be treated with care.