01/01/2022: Currency Floatation
Angola transitioned from a fixed exchange rate to a floating exchange rate system, allowing the Kwanza's value to be determined by the market forces of supply and demand.
30/10/2020: Kwanza Devaluation
In response to economic challenges, Angola devalued the Kwanza by approximately 24%, increasing the exchange rate from 165 to 195 Kwanzas per US dollar.
01/11/2019: 25th Anniversary of the Convertible Mark
Bosnia and Herzegovina celebrated the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the Convertible Mark as its national currency.
15/08/2017: New Banknote Denominations
New banknote denominations of 200 BAM and 1,000 BAM were introduced to facilitate transactions and enhance the efficiency of cash handling.
15/04/2013: Currency Redesign
Angola launched a new series of banknotes, featuring improved security features and new designs to reflect national landmarks and culture.
09/03/2010: New Polymer Banknotes
The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina introduced polymer banknotes to replace the paper banknotes, increasing durability and security.
28/02/2002: Replacement of Deutsche Mark with Euro
The Deutsche Mark was replaced by the euro as the main reference currency for the Convertible Mark's fixed exchange rate.
08/11/1999: Return to Kwanza
Angola reintroduced the Kwanza as the official currency, replacing the Kwanza Reajustado, at a rate of 1,000 Kwanza Reajustado to 1 Kwanza.
18/02/1999: Introduction of Kwanza Reajustado
Kwanza Reajustado was introduced as a temporary currency, with 1 Kwanza Reajustado equal to 1,000 regular Kwanzas.
02/07/1998: Issuance of New Banknote Series
A new series of banknotes was issued, featuring updated designs and enhanced security features.
01/07/1997: Currency Board Arrangement
A Currency Board Arrangement was established to maintain a fixed exchange rate between the Convertible Mark and the Deutsche Mark.
22/06/1995: Introduction of the Convertible Mark
The Convertible Mark was introduced as the official currency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, replacing the Yugoslav dinar.
31/03/1990: Kwanza Revaluation
In an attempt to combat hyperinflation, the government redenominated the currency, with 1 new Kwanza equal to 1,000 old Kwanzas.
08/01/1977: Introduction of the Kwanza
Angola introduced the first Kwanza currency, replacing the Portuguese Escudo, with 1 Kwanza equal to 1 Escudo.