关于 Malawian Kwacha
The Kwacha was introduced in 1971, replacing the Malawian pound at a rate of 2 Kwacha per 1 pound, as part of the country's decimalisation.
The name 'Kwacha' means 'dawn' in Chichewa and Bemba, symbolizing the dawn of independence. 'Tambala' means 'rooster'.
趣味知识
The Dawn of Independence
The name 'Kwacha' signifies 'dawn' in Chichewa, symbolizing the country's independence. 'Tambala' means 'rooster', often associated with the rising sun.
A Currency of Agriculture
Malawi's economy is heavily agrarian, with tobacco, tea, and sugar being key exports. The Kwacha's value is significantly influenced by agricultural output and global commodity prices.
Dr. Hastings Banda
Malawian banknotes typically feature the portrait of Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda, the first President of Malawi, who ruled for three decades.
历史时间线
Malawi gains independence.
The Kwacha is introduced.
面额
纸币
硬币
防伪特征
快速信息
- ISO代码
- MWK
- 符号
- MK
- 数字代码
- 454
- 辅币单位
- Tambala (1/100)
- 发行时间
- 1971-01-01
中央银行
- 名称
- Reserve Bank of Malawi
- 总部
- Lilongwe, Malawi
- 成立时间
- 1964
- 现任行长
- Wilson T. Banda (自 2020 起)
经济数据
- 储备货币占比
- 0.0%
- 外汇交易量占比
- 0.0%
- 通胀率
- 32.4%
- 利率
- 24.0%
