The 2000 Kwanzas banknote, issued on November 11, 2020, by the Banco Nacional de Angola, is part of the 2020 series that commemorates Angola’s independence and showcases its rich cultural heritage. This uncirculated polymer note features a portrait of Dr. António Agostinho Neto, the first President of Angola, and highlights the Serra da Leba, a renowned mountain range in the Huila province. The design incorporates advanced security features, including a clear window with the shape of “The Thinker” and a geometric figure representing the traditional musical instrument “Omakola”. This note is a significant addition for collectors interested in modern African currencies and Angola’s post-independence history.
Obverse
Portrait of Dr. António Agostinho Neto (1922-1979), who was an Angolan politician and poet. He served as the 1st President of Angola (1975–1979), having led the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) in the war for independence (1961–1974) in circle at right, Denomination right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANCO NACIONAL DE ANGOLA
2000
DOIS MIL KWANZAS
Translation: National Bank of Angola, Two Thousand Kwanzas
Reverse
The Mountain range Serra da Leba in Namibe province, Denomination lower left, National Coat of Arms lower right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANCO NACIONAL DE ANGOLA
2000 DOIS MIL
KWANZAS
Translation: National Bank of Angola, Two Thousand Kwanzas
Features
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Angola |
| Ruling authority | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Years | 2020-2023 |
| Value | 2000 Kwanzas 2000 AOA = GBP 1.63 |
| Currency | Second kwanza (1999-date) |
| Composition | Polymer |
| Size | 138 × 74 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |