Angolan Kwanza
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Currency of sub-Saharan Africa's 3rd largest economy; oil-dominant economy (oil = ~95% of exports); OPEC member; significant Chinese investment creating CNY flows; high inflation and dollarised parallel market historically
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Technical specifications, central bank governance, and market standing for Angolan Kwanza.
AOA
Standardized ISO 4217 Currency Code
Kz
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1/100 = Cêntimo Decimals
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Angola
National Bank of Angola (BNA)
National Bank of Angola (BNA)
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Market-determined exchange rate mechanism
Currency Standard: Fiat
Classified as Fiat in global trade networks
Banknotes
Kz 200
Coins
Kz 1
Global Network Integration
The FX Intelligence terminal maps the institutional footprint of the Angolan Kwanza, highlighting cross-border utilization and primary trading corridors.
Verified Authority
Regulated data streams mapped to National Bank of Angola (BNA).
AOA Market Insights
Deep-dive analysis of the Angolan Kwanza's global impact, remittance role, and institutional influence.
Strong Currency Impact
Cheaper imports; lower oil revenues in kwanza terms
Weak Currency Impact
Higher oil revenues; import inflation; fuel subsidy costs rise
Remittance Role
Angola receives modest remittances from diaspora in Portugal, South Africa, USA
Central Bank Tools
BNA Rate, Reserve Requirements, FX auction, IMF programme compliance
Common Questions About Angolan Kwanza
Everything you need to know about AOA exchange rates, banknotes, and historical significance.